AJ Fitzgerald

AJ Fitzgerald is a Professor at Temple University Rome, serving as Coordinator of the Center for Academic Success & Career Opportunity (CASCO) since 2018. They collaborate with the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, faculty, and students to develop academic support programs and career resources.

Education:

• B.A. in Physics, Brown University (2011)
• M.A. in English, University of California, Davis (2015)

Fitzgerald’s research focuses on the intersection of STEM and humanities, particularly the relationships between science, science policy, literature, creative media, and socio-cultural impacts of scientific advancements. Their work emphasizes the transcultural importance of written communication skills.

Scientific Awards:

• Fulbright English Teaching Assistant

At Temple Rome, Fitzgerald oversees writing tutoring, academic coaching, and resume/personal statement consultations. They also launched faculty teaching workshops in 2019, including a Teaching Workshop Series. Previous roles include teaching at UC Davis and working with the Civitella Ranieri Foundation in Umbria.