English Instructor II
Phone: (239) 590-7175
E-Mail: rhefner@fgcu.edu
Office: RH 112

MA English University of South Florida
BA English University of South Florida

Ron Hefner began teaching at FGCU when it opened in 1997. He joined the Department of Language and Literature full-time in 2004 and currently teaches composition, literature, professional writing, and journalism. Before going into full-time teaching, Ron worked as a newspaper editor, reporter, and music journalist.

Aside from his teaching duties, Ron continues a 35-year career as a jazz musician, having performed in over 40 states and in Canada. He performs weekly in various Southwest Florida venues.