Adler Planetarium
Jennifer Howell has extensive experience in public relations and communications. Jennifer is currently the Head of Public Relations at Adler Planetarium, where they are responsible for setting the earned media strategy and promoting the institution's vision as a premier planetarium for public outreach. Jennifer works closely with a team of scientists to communicate complex astronomy findings to the public in an accessible way. Prior to their role at Adler Planetarium, Jennifer served as the PR and Development Officer at Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, where they handled public relations activities and donor development. Jennifer also worked as the Public Relations Director at Combustion Media, managing marketing and PR activities, and as an Account Supervisor at GolinHarris, overseeing consumer marketing programs. Jennifer started their career as a Senior Account Executive at Edelman, where they managed integrated marketing and PR programs. Jennifer began their professional journey as an Account Executive/Assistant Account Executive at Kratz & Jensen.
Jennifer Howell has a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from Texas Christian University. Jennifer also obtained a Graduate Marketing Certificate from Southern Methodist University. In addition, they have completed a Grant Writing Certification from the Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership.
Adler Planetarium
The Adler Planetarium connects people to the universe and each other. Whether it is introducing a guest to the Ring Nebula, a neighborhood school to a community partner, a research team to a network of citizen scientists, or one staff member to another, the Adler’s focus on meaningful connections dates back nearly a century. The museum typically hosts more than half a million visitors each year and reaches millions more through youth STEAM programs, neighborhood skywatching events, people-powered research, and other outreach efforts. Today, the Adler is bringing our unique approach—scientific exploration rooted in community and connection—to guests from around the world who can enjoy the digital Adler from their own homes, libraries, schools or offices. With the Adler’s support, people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities gain the confidence to explore their universe together and return to their communities ready to think critically and creatively about any challenge that comes their way.