Biography

Gabrielle Jarmoszko is an advertising and public relations instructor at the University of Central

Florida and her journey, like the university she proudly represents, is one of growth, innovation and

dedication. Her path in the communication field began in high school, where she discovered the power of storytelling while working in the student newspaper and school yearbook staff. After being inspired by her teacher’s advice, she pursued marketing at the University of South Florida, earning an undergraduate degree. She later completed a master’s in digital communication and journalism at USF, where she was honored with the Kappa Tau Alpha Top Scholar Award, recognizing her as the highest-ranking graduate student in her program. But it was during a year-long work as a substitute high school photography teacher that she found her true calling in education. After gaining industry experience by working for marketing and creative organizations, she returned to teaching.

Today, Jarmoszko teaches a variety of topics at UCF, such as advertising copywriting and PR publications. Outside of the classroom, Jarmoszko is active in professional organizations such as Ad 2 Orlando where she is currently president and works to bridge the gap between academia and industry, linking her students with real-world possibilities, ensuring that they graduate with not only knowledge, but also the ability to lead.

Despite her professional and academic accomplishments, Jarmoszko’s greatest pride is her family. She finds joy in spending time with her daughter, partner and cats while managing her personal and professional duties.

As Jarmoszko looks to the future, her vision is clear: to continue inspiring her students and to help UCF become a global leader in innovation and education. Her story is one of passion, perseverance and purpose—a story that reflects the best of what UCF stands for: a commitment to excellence and a drive to inspire the next generation of leaders.

Bio Credit: Julia Montez da Costa