Chelsea J. Murdock

Chelsea J. Murdock is a Marion L. Brittain Postdoctoral Fellow at the Georgia Institute of Technology and serves as Assistant Director of the Georgia Tech Communication Center. She holds a PhD from the University of Kansas in Composition and Rhetoric, with a focus on Indigenous and cultural rhetorics, participatory culture, and digital media practices. Her interdisciplinary research explores intersections between rhetorical theory, digital engagement, and community literacy practices.

Her scholarly contributions have been published in journals like Community Literacy Journal and College English. She designs innovative pedagogical approaches, such as integrating reaction video creation into classroom activities to foster participatory learning. Her work bridges traditional rhetorical scholarship with contemporary digital communication landscapes.

Murdock’s current role involves advising on communication strategies and supporting academic writing initiatives at Georgia Tech. She maintains an active research agenda centered on expanding accessible, culturally responsive educational frameworks.