Cassandra Smith
Director of Marketing & Communications
Marketing & Communications Department
Cassandra Smith serves as the Director of Marketing & Communications at Naropa University and the Executive Editor of Naropa Magazine. Since joining Naropa in March 2015, she has held multiple roles in the marketing department, contributing to the University’s growth and narrative for over nine years. A proud graduate of Naropa’s Master of Arts in Religious Studies with a concentration in Yoga Studies, she completed her degree in May 2023, deepening her commitment to contemplative education and spiritual inquiry. In addition to her marketing expertise, she has served as a teaching assistant for undergraduate Maitri classes and currently is co-chair Naropa’s Staff Executive Council, advocating for the staff community. Her passion for education, communication, and authentic expression is reflected in her work, bringing the heart of Naropa’s mission to life for a wider audience.