College of Communication and Education

Voices of Dreams. Agents of Change.

Welcome to the Jones-Martorell College of Communication and Education

The academic home where communication, teaching excellence, and learner-centered innovation come together to shape the next generation of educators and leaders.

About Our Name 

JMCCE is named after Dr. Candy Jones-Martorell, Ed.D. , NBCT, who has built a distinguished career at the intersection of K–12 education, educator development, and organizational learning. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, a Master of Education in School Administration and Supervision, and a Doctorate of Education in Learning Organizations and Strategic Change.

With over 15 years of experience in K–12 classrooms, Dr. Jones-Martorell has taught across grades 3 through 8, including six years devoted specifically to English language learner education. Her work in this area is strengthened by her National Board Certification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, reflecting deep expertise in multilingual learner support, instructional design, and culturally responsive practice.

In addition to her K–12 contributions, Dr. Jones-Martorell brings eight years of experience in higher education, where she has supported future educators, led professional learning, and contributed to program development grounded in research, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Across all roles, she is recognized for cultivating inclusive learning environments, guiding systemic change, and applying a strategic, learner-centered approach to educational leadership.

 

Our Commitment

At the Jones-Martorell College of Communication & Education, we embrace Dr. Jones-Martorell’s legacy of equity-driven instruction, multilingual empowerment, and transformative pedagogy. Through research-based programming and hands-on application, students develop skills that prepare them to serve diverse learners, strengthen communities, and lead with compassion and purpose.

We are committed to shaping educators, communicators, and change makers who value every learner's story. Our programs emphasize culturally responsive teaching, inclusive communication practices, and the belief that education is a tool for liberation, growth, and human connection. Students learn not only how to teach but also why it matters,  engaging in critical reflection, collaboration, and applied learning that bridges theory with real-world practice.

The Jones-Martorell College fosters:

  • Inclusive and equitable education models that honor diverse linguistic, cultural, and learning identities

  • Communication grounded in empathy and clarity, preparing graduates to lead, advocate, and inspire

  • Community partnerships and field experiences that connect learning with lived experience

  • Professional growth pathways, empowering future educators and communicators to pursue leadership, advocacy, and lifelong learning

  • Research-informed practice and innovation, ensuring students are prepared to address evolving educational and social needs

Our commitment is to create a learning environment where every student,  like every child they will one day serve, is supported, valued, and encouraged to dream boldly.