About Amanda Reigle: Communication & Instructional Design

A communication strategist, educator, and program designer passionate about shaping learning environments where connection, clarity, and creativity thrive.

With a strong foundation in instructional design and intergroup communication, I specialize in creating transformative educational programs, facilitating inclusive workshops, and developing systems that make learning joyful and purposeful.

Professional Snapshot

I hold an M.A. in Communication Studies with a concentration in instructional design and intergroup communication, a B.A. in Relational & Organizational Communication, and an A.A. in Communication Studies.

I’m currently pursuing my Ed.D. in Educational Leadership to expand my work in communication, program design, and intentional learning systems that bridge divides and drive meaningful impact.

My career spans a range of impactful roles, including:

  • Graduate Teaching Associate, CSUSB
  • Curriculum Designer & Program Coordinator, OLLI
  • Creative Director & Founder, Feels Like Fun®
  • Associate Producer Intern, The Francesca Luna Show
  • Director, College of Arts & Letters, Associated Students Inc. (CSUSB)
  • Executive Director, Global housing Assitance Coalition
  • Operations Director, Support for the Education of Local Music and Arts
  • Advisory Board Member, multiple organizations
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Leadership Philosophy

I believe leadership is about creating conditions for others to thrive—where people feel seen, supported, and inspired to grow.

From launching programs like Feels Like Fun® to developing frameworks that bridge generational divides, my work is rooted in empathy, equity, and the power of intentional design.

Core Skills & Areas of Focus

  • Instructional Design & Adult Learning
  • Communication Strategy & Interpersonal Skills
  • Intergenerational Engagement & DEI Practices
  • Program Leadership & Policy Advocacy
  • Workshop Facilitation & Learning Assessment
  • Digital Content Creation & Learning Experience Platforms

Career Highlights

  • Founded Feels Like Fun®, a lifestyle brand rooted in symbolism and self-expression
  • Led a research-based pilot of the Enhanced Intergenerational Connectivity (EIC) Framework
  • Developed curriculum that improved interpersonal skills by 44.4% for at-risk students
  • Produced educational content and programming across radio, podcast, and classroom formats
  • Coordinated lifelong learning initiatives that expanded access for adult and nontraditional learners
  • Served as an ASI College Director and VP of Finance Pro Tempore, influencing student policy and funding at CSUSB

What Inspires Me

I’m driven by the belief that words, symbols, and human relationships shape how we live and learn. I’m inspired by projects that invite reflection, spark creativity, and cultivate inclusive communities through intentional design.

At the heart of it all, I'm here to solve one challenge: disconnection.
Whether it’s across generations, communities, or classrooms, I design programs and experiences that bring people back to themselves, and to each other. My research aims to deepen this commitment by exploring communication systems that heal, connect, and empower. If you’re building something rooted in clarity, connection, or care, let’s start a conversation.

📬 Let’s Connect

If you’re developing a course, launching a meaningful initiative, or seeking a collaborative voice for mission-driven work, I’d love to hear from you.

📧 amanda@feelslikefun.com

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Based in the Coachella Valley / Inland Empire, CA
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