Laura Whitebell

Laura Whitebell is a Lecturer in the Writing, Speaking and Argument Program at the University of Rochester. She holds a BA in English from the University of York (UK), an MA in Nineteenth-Century Studies from Sheffield University (UK), and a PhD in English from the University of Rochester. Her teaching focuses on first-year composition courses addressing conspiracy theories and fake news. Her research examines how language and texts shape national and transnational identities, spaces, and movement, intersecting with contemporary discourse on media literacy and cultural studies.

Education:

• PhD in English, University of Rochester
• MA in Nineteenth-Century Studies, Sheffield University (UK)
• BA in English, University of York (UK)

Her work bridges rhetorical analysis with sociocultural dynamics, emphasizing the role of textual practices in constructing and challenging cultural narratives. No notable scientific awards or grants are listed in the provided materials.