Jonathan Camp
Abilene
Summary
Seasoned University Professor of Communication at Abilene Christian University with expertise in public speaking and leadership development. Successfully directed the Master's in Organizational Development and published impactful research on AI's educational implications. Proven track record in community outreach and pastoral counseling, fostering growth and engagement among diverse student populations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Professor of Communication
Abilene Christian University
Abilene
08.2007 - Current
- Chair of the Faculty Senate, 2025-2026.
- Directed the Master's in Organizational Development, 2007–2017.
- Teach courses in Organizational Communication, Civil Discourse, Congregational Leadership, Health Communication, among others.
- Published research on the educational implications of AI.
- Spiritually mentor college students, host students in home, conduct Bible studies with students.
Outreach Minister
Little Rock Church
Little Rock
06.2002 - 12.2004
- Full-time ministry (post-MDiv) with a congregation that formed out of the Geyer Springs Church of Christ.
- Preached on a monthly rotation, directed the food ministry, and directed neighborhood outreach efforts.
- Left position to pursue PhD in Communication.
Missionary
Southwest Church of Christ (Amarillo)
Quito
09.1999 - 04.2001
- Taught full time at the Quito School of Biblical Studies.
- Co-led the Youth Ministry at the North Quito Church of Christ.
- Work involved Spanish language acquisition.
Urban Ministry Intern
Cordova Community Church of Christ
Memphis
08.1997 - 05.1999
- Part-time ministry involved youth ministry work in cross-cultural settings, organized by Memphis Urban Ministry, in conjunction with Highland St. Church of Christ in Memphis.
- Led worship and preached.
- The work was part-time and coincided with my MDiv studies.
Education
Ph.D. - Communication
The University of Memphis
Memphis, TN08-2008
D.Min. - Ministry
Abilene Christian University
Abilene, TX05-2007
M.Div. - Ministry
Harding University Graduate School of Religion
Memphis, TN05-1999
Bachelor of Arts - English (Greek Minor)
Harding University
Searcy, AR05-1995
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Intercultural Communication
- Leadership Development
- Pastoral Counseling
- Community Outreach
- Program Evaluation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate Professor of Communication
Abilene Christian University
08.2007 - Current
Outreach Minister
Little Rock Church
06.2002 - 12.2004
Missionary
Southwest Church of Christ (Amarillo)
09.1999 - 04.2001
Urban Ministry Intern
Cordova Community Church of Christ
08.1997 - 05.1999
Ph.D. - Communication
The University of Memphis
D.Min. - Ministry
Abilene Christian University
M.Div. - Ministry
Harding University Graduate School of Religion
Bachelor of Arts - English (Greek Minor)
Harding University
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