Kay-Butler Barefoot joined the Department of Writing and Rhetoric in 2018 and teaches SPCH 102, Introduction to Speech, and SPCH 105, Business & Professional Speech. Prior to joining UM, Kay-Butler primarily taught communication courses for 26 years in the North Carolina Community College System. Her teaching experience also includes Business courses focusing on Business Communication and customer service/hospitality workshops. In addition, Kay-Butler has served in various roles including Interim Dean, Curriculum Coordinator, Lead Instructor and Program Coordinator.

Kay-Butler is a proud mom of 3 sons and 3 step children along with her horse, Dixie-Grace and newly adopted dog, Nala. She is an avid sports fan and enjoys power walking, reading and especially entertaining family and friends.)

Education

MA, Liberal Studies, focus on Business Communication, North Carolina State University
BA, Liberal Arts, English, North Carolina State University