Marisa R. Cull

Marisa R. Cull is a Professor of English and the Jean Renner Short Professor of the Liberal Arts at Randolph-Macon College. Her academic career focuses on Renaissance/Early Modern literature, Shakespeare studies, and critical theories including postcolonialism and feminism. She joined the faculty in 2008 after earning her PhD in English/Literature from Ohio State University.

• PhD, Ohio State University (2008)
• MA, Ohio State University (2004)
• BA, Capital University (2002)

Her research explores intersections of Shakespeare scholarship, pedagogical practices, and social privilege, as evidenced by her 2019 publication on spatial and class dynamics in Shakespearean academia. Teaching areas include British literary traditions, feminist theory, and Renaissance poetry.

Recent scholarship trends highlight her emphasis on critical theory and inclusive pedagogy. Her 2019 work addresses how privilege shapes academic discourse around Shakespeare.

• Thomas Branch Award for Excellence in Teaching (2017)

At R-MC, she teaches courses ranging from foundational writing to advanced seminars on Shakespeare's History Plays and feminist theory. Her work bridges literary analysis with societal critique, emphasizing accessibility in humanities education.