Communications Director

ltwheat@ltwheat
(662) 241-7863

About Tyler

Tyler Wheat is a seasoned higher education communicator with more than a decade of experience in enrollment marketing, digital strategy and institutional branding. As Communications Director, he has led transformative marketing efforts that have significantly increased engagement, strengthened the university’s visibility and supported student recruitment through data-driven campaigns and compelling storytelling.

Wheat’s background spans social media strategy, media relations, advertising, web communications and crisis response. He has played a key role in growing the university’s social media presence and developing the

With a Bachelor of Arts in Communications & Information Sciences from the University of Alabama and an Master’s of Business Administration from The W, he combines creative communication with strategic insight. He actively contributes to professional associations, serves on university planning and crisis response committees, and frequently collaborates with nonprofits and small businesses to elevate their communication efforts.

Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Communication & Information Sciences, University of Alabama
Master’s of Business Administration, Mississippi University for Women