Jennifer Ruark
About Jennifer Ruark
Jennifer Ruark serves as the Deputy Managing Editor at The Chronicle of Higher Education, where she has worked since 2003. She has a background in English studies and has led significant investigations into higher education topics.
Current Role at The Chronicle of Higher Education
Jennifer Ruark serves as the Deputy Managing Editor at The Chronicle of Higher Education, a position she has held since 2003. In this role, she focuses on the coverage of students and faculty members, producing short features, narratives, analysis, breaking news, and in-depth reports. Ruark collaborates with various departments to develop and align editorial and business strategies, ensuring comprehensive and relevant content for the publication.
Previous Experience in Publishing
Before her current role, Jennifer Ruark worked at Rowman & Littlefield Publishers as an Acquisitions Editor from 1993 to 1996. She also served as a Reporter at Inside Washington Publishers from 1989 to 1991. Additionally, she held the position of Editor for Special Projects at The Chronicle of Higher Education from 2015 to 2018, where she contributed to various editorial initiatives.
Educational Background
Jennifer Ruark studied English at Swarthmore College, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts (M.A.) in English from the University of Michigan. Additionally, she attended The Poynter Institute, completing the Leadership Academy program and achieving a graduate credential.
Investigative Work and Editorial Focus
Ruark led an award-winning investigation into the Gates Foundation's influence on higher education, highlighting her commitment to impactful journalism. In her editorial work, she directs the publication of special sections that address important topics such as diversity, the workplace, and trends in higher education. She also collaborates closely with outside writers and staff editors on opinion essays and advice.