Dr. Melissa Jean earned a PhD in Human Dimensions of Ecosystem Science and Management, along with a graduate certificate in Women's and Gender Studies, from Utah State University, and an MFA in Creative Writing from Lesley.
She teaches Graduate Academic Writing and Thesis Proposal Seminar for the Mindfulness Studies master's degree program, and advises thesis students on their research-based and creative projects. She also teaches elective and special topics courses in the program, including Mindful Creative Writing and Mindfulness and the Environment.