Erica Stevens Abbitt

Erica Stevens Abbitt is a Professor of Drama at the University of Windsor, serving as Director of the Humanities Research Group (HRG). She actively promotes interdisciplinary scholarship and public engagement through initiatives like the Celebration of Student Research and Engagement. Her academic contributions include organizing lectures on topics such as playwright Naomi Wallace and Jane Austen’s *Emma*, reflecting her focus on political theatre and cultural studies.

Dr. Abbitt has been integral to fostering humanities advocacy, exemplified by her role in the “Why Humanities” competition, which highlights the discipline’s societal value. She collaborates with colleagues across faculties and participates in university-wide events, such as HRG roundtables and human rights award ceremonies, underscoring her commitment to equity and academic community building.