About
Morgan Read-Davidson serves as an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the English Department at Chapman University's Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. He is also the Director of Undergraduate Writing Programs, overseeing the BFA in Creative Writing, Rhetoric and Composition Studies, and Iluminación Writing Program. A Chapman University alumnus, he earned his B.F.A. in Film Production, M.A. in English, and M.F.A. in Creative Writing from the institution.
Read-Davidson's research spans multiple areas including rhetoric and composition, community writing, posthuman rhetorics, and ludonarratology (the intersection of game play and narrative). His creative work encompasses screenplays, short fiction, nonfiction, and historical novels. His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on both scholarly and creative writing, with recent works appearing in 2023.
His scholarly publications show a strong emphasis on writing pedagogy, composition studies, and the theoretical intersections between narrative and gameplay. The creative works reveal a skilled storyteller with particular strength in short fiction exploring family dynamics, environmental themes, and historical contexts.
- Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting from the Academy of Motion Pictures and Sciences (2005)
As Director of Undergraduate Writing Programs, Read-Davidson oversees multiple writing initiatives including the BFA in Creative Writing. His work connects academic writing programs with community engagement, as evidenced by his publication on bringing writing programs to the community. He maintains an active creative practice alongside his academic work, currently completing a historical fiction novel set in Dark Age Britain.
Read-Davidson operates within Chapman University's writing ecosystem, directing programs that serve both academic and community audiences. His work bridges theoretical scholarship with practical writing instruction, creating connections between classroom learning and real-world applications.
