Dean’s Speaker Series: Dean Joanna Grabski presents ‘Being an Influencer’

Event description
- Arts and entertainment
- Free
- Open to the public
- Professional and career development
Join the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts for the next installment of the Dean’s Speaker Series, hosted by Vice Dean Manu Avilés-Santiago.
What happens when an educator steps into the spotlight of one of the world’s fastest-growing digital media platforms?
In this engaging conversation, Renee Clancy — a former school leader turned YouTube creator with over 500,000 subscribers — shares how she built a thriving digital community by blending storytelling, education and authenticity. After two decades in traditional classrooms, Clancy embraced the creator economy to inspire, inform and reach new audiences.
Discover how digital platforms are shaping the future of influence and what it means to turn passion into purpose.
Dean Joanna Grabski proudly hosts inspiring professionals, leaders and innovators from a range of fields as part of the 2025 virtual Dean’s Speaker Series. Each session offers a unique opportunity to hear first-hand insights, explore new ideas and engage in meaningful dialogue. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions and connect with speakers to support their educational, professional and academic growth. All seminars are free and open to the ASU community.