Staff Spotlight: Jenny Lin
Program Manager, Academic Support
Jenny with husband Will, daughter Pippa, and son Teddy.
When did you start at UC Blue Ash and what are your current responsibilities?
I started at UC Blue Ash in November of 2024. Previously, I worked at UC’s uptown campus in the Department of English for seven years. At UC Blue Ash, I provide academic support to our departments, and my responsibilities include ordering courses, processing course permissions, and coordinating our continuing education and micro-credentialing courses on Skills@UC. I like to think of myself as a stagehand working behind the scenes to make sure that our classes and programs run smoothly, and our students get access to the education they need.
What is your favorite thing about working or teaching at UC Blue Ash?
I really love the collegial and collaborative environment at UC Blue Ash! I have found everyone to be incredibly supportive and welcoming. I really enjoy working here so far, and I feel inspired by our student-centered mission and processes.
A pinata Jenny made for Pippa's last birthday.
Jenny and Pippa at the Cincinnati Ballet's Nutcracker performance - her first time attending!
Is there a current/recent book or podcast you’re enjoying?
I love hearing about people’s lives and stories, so I have been enjoying the podcast “Normal Gossip.” Each episode explores people’s different relationships with and cultural perceptions of “gossip” and brings an amusing story from someone’s life. The show truly brings a new meaning to the saying “life is stranger than fiction” and every episode makes me laugh.
What kind of hobbies or activities do you pursue outside of work?
I love to craft and currently my obsession is making greeting cards, paper flowers, and piñatas. Luckily, I still have two young kids at home, so I have lots of opportunities to make crafts! I also love to knit and crochet, and it’s been a goal of mine to handcraft my kids’ Halloween costumes every year.
Is there a fun or interesting fact you would like to share about yourself?
I was born in Chengdu, China (where the pandas are!) and came to the US when I was 8. My Mandarin Chinese is a bit rusty, but I am always looking for people to practice with! So, if you’re up for a conversation in Chinese, please come find me in Muntz!
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