George Lamont

George Lamont is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Waterloo, specializing in teaching-focused roles. He holds a PhD and MA from the University of Toronto, and a BA and BEd from the University of British Columbia. His work bridges literature, rhetoric, and communication pedagogy across disciplines.

• PhD: University of Toronto
• MA: University of Toronto
• BA: University of British Columbia
• BEd: University of British Columbia

His research spans three key projects: transforming dissertation work into a book on authorship attribution, analyzing Shakespeare's use of etymological sources for emotional shifts, and developing assessment frameworks for communication skill outcomes. Publications focus on engineering education, information literacy, and pedagogical innovations.

Recent publications (2019-2022) reveal expertise in: technical writing pedagogy, information-seeking behavior analysis, problem-based learning frameworks, interdisciplinary communication models, and digital learning adaptation. Collaborative works with Kate Mercer, Kari Weaver, and colleagues demonstrate cross-disciplinary applications.

• President's Excellence in Teaching (2021)
• Faculty of Arts Teaching Excellence Award (2020)
• University of Toronto TATP Teaching Excellence Award
• Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award (University of Toronto English Department)
• Ontario Graduate Scholarship
• University of Toronto Fellowship

As Director of the Undergraduate Communication Requirement Group, he oversees communication skill development across programs. His teaching experience spans English literature, language studies, and specialized communication training for business and STEM students. Office location HH 156 (University of Waterloo), extension 46875.