Melissa Cheese

Melissa Cheese is an Associate Professor in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Writing at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. Her work focuses on creating equitable access to higher education and supporting underprepared students through literacy, mindfulness, and storytelling as tools for learning. She teaches foundational writing courses and seminars emphasizing critical reasoning and mindful communication.

• Ed.D., Literacy — Hofstra University
• M.S., Educational Administration — State University of New York at Albany

Dr. Cheese employs engagement with literature to foster safe spaces for exploratory dialogue in educational settings. She maintains office hours for student consultations both in-person and virtually.