Krista Hoffmann-Longtin, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at IUPUI, and an Assistant Dean for Faculty Affairs and Professional Development in the Indiana University School of Medicine. Her research focuses on communication education in the sciences and health professions, faculty development, and organizational/professional identity.  In 2016, Krista was highlighted by the Indianapolis Business Journal as one of their Forty under 40 young professionals to watch for her work using improvisational theater to teach scientists and physicians to communicate more effectively. Krista’s work has been published in Academic Medicine, Medical Teacher, and the Journal of Faculty Development.