Jennifer Wolfeld

• Crafting clarity
• Cultivating confidence
• Coaching communication 

As the CMU SV Language and Communication Specialist,  Jennifer supports students in building confidence and clarity in their communication. Whether it’s preparing for interviews, strengthening interpersonal skills, refining pronunciation, or polishing professional writing, she helps students to realize their innate potential.

Most excited about:

Jennifer is dedicated to helping students develop the ability to express themselves clearly, effectively, and with confidence in any communication situation. Her communication workshops foster a relaxed, supportive atmosphere with focused practice and meaningful feedback from both instructor and peers.

Fun facts and random musings:

Exploring the Oxford English Dictionary, one obscure word at a time, is one of Jennifer’s favorite pastimes. She’s  fascinated by language change and emerging Gen Z slang. Having lived overseas for several years, Jennifer is multi-lingual and has a passion for learning languages. An accomplished symphony musician, she performs in several Bay Area musical groups and is committed to bringing the joy of live music to Senior Centers.

Professional bio:

Jennifer holds a Master’s Degree in Foreign Language Education from Stanford University and an ALM in Linguistics from Harvard University.  

Her graduate research focused on the efficacy of a computer application as a tool for visualizing language intonation patterns to improve spoken language intelligibility.

 Her role at CMU SV includes working closely with students to help them improve their interviewing, written communication and interpersonal skills. Prior to joining CMU-SV, Jennifer held various roles focused on student success and communication, blending her passion for language with her commitment to helping others excel. She works best in environments that value collaboration, student-centered learning, and continuous growth.