Jason Elek

Jason Elek is an Instructor III in the Department of Language & Literature at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). He holds an M.A. in English from FGCU and a B.A. in English from the University of Notre Dame. His teaching specialties include Composition, Creative Writing, Journalism/Photojournalism, and Professional Writing. He instructs courses such as Composition I and II, Intro to Creative Writing, Photojournalism, and Professional Writing. Beyond academia, Elek pursues music, soccer, and kayaking in Southwest Florida's mangrove ecosystems.

• Education:
• M.A. in English, Florida Gulf Coast University
• B.A. in English, University of Notre Dame
• Research/Teaching Focus:
• First-Year Writing
• Creative Writing Pedagogy
• Journalism and Photojournalism Practices
• Professional Writing Applications

Elek’s courses emphasize practical writing skills, creative expression, and media literacy. His academic contributions align with FGCU’s College of Arts & Sciences, fostering interdisciplinary learning in humanities.