EDUCATION
| Degree | Area of Study | University |
|---|---|---|
| Ed.D. | Higher Education Administration (Expected 2027) | The University of Alabama |
| M.A. | Higher Education Administration | The University of Alabama |
| B.A. | History and Computing Technology & Applications | The University of Alabama |
Graduate Certificates
| Certificate Name | University |
|---|---|
| College Teaching Certificate | The University of Alabama |
AWARDS & HONORS
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2026-27 | Dr. Harold L. Bishop Endowed Scholarship, UA College of Education |
| 2026-27 | Retired Faculty Endowed Scholarship, UA College of Education |
| 2024-25 | Dr. Harold L. Bishop Endowed Scholarship, UA College of Education |
| 2024-25 | Retired Faculty Endowed Scholarship, UA College of Education |
| 2024-25 | Office, Clerical & Technical Staff Assembly Endowed Scholarship, The University of Alabama |
BIOGRAPHY
Jenna Hall serves as the Graduate Advisor for the Department of Curriculum & Instruction in the College of Education at The University of Alabama. In her role, she supports graduate students in the M.A., Ed.S., Ed.D., and Ph.D. programs in Elementary and Secondary Education, guiding them from admission through graduation while working closely with faculty and staff to support student success and program operations.
Originally from New Jersey, she moved to Alabama in 2017 to continue her education at The University of Alabama, where she earned her B.A. in History and Computing Technology & Applications and her M.A. in Higher Education Administration. She is currently pursuing her Ed.D. in Higher Education Administration and is in the dissertation phase of her doctoral studies.
Her professional journey at UA began in 2020 in the College of Engineering, where she served as a Program Assistant and Accounting Assistant, gaining extensive experience in academic administration and university operations. In 2024, she transitioned into her current role in Curriculum & Instruction, where she continues her commitment to student support throughout the graduate experience.
Her research explores the experiences of student mothers in higher education, with particular attention to identity, belonging, institutional support, and the experiences of students navigating invisible disabilities in academic spaces.
Throughout her time at UA, she has remained actively involved in campus leadership and service through organizations and initiatives such as the Connections, Community, and Belonging Committee, Tide Together Graduate Mentorship Program, Crimson Odyssey Mentorship Series, the University of Alabama Academic Advising Association, the UA Online Student Advisory Council, and the College of Education Graduate Student Organization. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her two children and being outdoors.