Adam Zuniga, MA

Adam Zuniga serves as the Community Engagement Coordinator for the Community Engagement Partnership (CEP) program at the University of the Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIWSOM). He facilitates connections between medical students and local communities, helping them understand regional challenges and opportunities. Through his work, he develops and manages community partnerships, coordinates service-learning opportunities and facilitates student participation in medical outreach programs.

In addition to his community engagement work, Adam teaches philosophy and humanities as an adjunct faculty member at Northeast Lakeview College — part of the distinguished Alamo Colleges system. His courses delve into fundamental questions of morality, human nature and cultural expression. Students explore classical philosophical texts while engaging with contemporary ethical dilemmas and diverse cultural perspectives.

Adam's academic journey includes earning a Bachelor of Arts degree with a minor in Religious Studies from the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), where he explored the intersections of philosophy, theology and cultural studies. He later pursued his Master of Arts degree in Philosophy at the same institution, deepening his understanding of philosophical inquiry and critical thinking methodologies while developing his research interests in aesthetics and contemporary digital culture.

Beyond academia, Adam has built a diverse career spanning civic government, television and multimedia production, and the performing arts.

As a professional musician, he has earned recognition for his work as both a recording artist and live performer, twice named runner-up for Best Instrumental Band by the San Antonio Current's "Best of San Antonio" awards. His original music, including the song "Bloom," is recognized by the City of San Antonio as part of city council’s Local Music Spotlight initiative. This program celebrates the city’s diverse music scene and promotes local artists across the city's marketing channels.

A sought-after musician, Adam is known for his live performances and songwriting abilities. He performs original instrumental music for his solo project while also contributing to Austin-based bands Hours Quiet and Dream 2 Dream (a recent SXSW featured artist). Beyond his original work, he performs with tribute bands (Beatles, Bowie, RHCP) and has appeared on live television with platinum-selling artists David Bisbal and Ana Bárbara.

Before his academic career, Adam served as a Television Director for the City of San Antonio, directing live broadcasts and producing public service content. Later, as a Learning Technology Specialist at UTSA, he enhanced educational experiences by helping faculty develop engaging online content using multimedia resources. His expertise in multimedia has consistently improved communication and learning outcomes across both public and academic sectors.

Adam Zuniga's career is marked by a commitment to education, community engagement, and artistic expression, making him a dynamic presence in both the academic and artistic communities.