Dr. Hernandez is the Assistant Program Director of the MA in Communication at Johns Hopkins University, where she developed a new Master's Degree in Digital Media Strategy and Design. Hernandez has extensive experience in on-ground and online course and program development.
Hernandez's first love is teaching and presenting. She currently teaches both communication and public relations graduate courses at Hopkins. In addition, she serves as the Co-chair of the DEIA committee for JHU AAP and is the Vice President of Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) National Chapter.
Hernandez’s work appears in the Journal of Communication Education, Journal of Media Psychology, Journal of Psycho-oncology, and the Handbook of Arab American Psychology. She has served in a consultant role for the CDC, small businesses, and higher education institutions. She was awarded a PRSA Silver Anvil award for an internship partnership program with the city of Riverside and the faculty social justice award by the Black Student Union at Marian University.
Outside of Higher Education
Hernandez served as the Vice-President of Character Education at because I said I would, an international social movement and nonprofit where she led strategic communication and program development and implementation as appeared on the NBC TODAY Show.
Hernandez received her Ph.D. in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Wisconsin – Madison where she also earned her M.S. in Life Sciences Communication. Her current research interest is health behavior change with a digital media lens. She has led and participated in service projects across six countries and three continents. She currently serves on the board of PRSA NCC chapter.
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Co-Chair for
DEIA Committee
at JHU AAP
A committee striving to be a model of a pluralistic society in which we acknowledge, embrace, and engage diverse identities, perspectives, and experiences.
Services
Looking for a new opportunity. Hernandez excels in coaching her clients on finding the right fit and effectively communicating how a candidate is the perfect fit for the role.
Applying for Graduate School
(MS, MA, PhD)
International Student Prep
(for graduate school)
Resume and Cover Letter
(coaching and consulting)
Improve your chance for success!
Earn your undergrad degree.
Get into graduate school.
Land your dream job!
With a passion for travel and culture, Dr. Hernandez specializes in aiding international students on their academic journey.
Social Media Strategy
Develop a dynamic &
authentic online presence with a plan to
tell your brand story!
Curriculum Development
Create innovative and engaging course content
with the help of Dr. Trisha!
Strategic Communication Messaging (Presentations)
You are the context expert,
Dr. Trisha will create effective, engaging content