About
Rachelle L. Beckner is a Lecturer in the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies at the College of Arts and Humanities, Clemson University. She teaches courses in professional communication and information design, with a focus on business, technical, and science communication across disciplines such as civil engineering and business.
Her research and teaching interests lie at the intersection of communication and technical fields. She specializes in AI-driven communication assessment, discipline-specific writing, and experiential learning in engineering education. Her work emphasizes integrating artificial intelligence tools to enhance writing, public speaking, and leadership skills among students and professionals.
Beckner has presented her work at national and regional conferences including the RED Consortium and the Clemson Civil Engineering Education Summit, highlighting innovative pedagogical approaches in technical communication. Her industry background in marketing, nonprofit leadership, and development further informs her practical and strategic teaching methodology.
- Professional Communication
- Information Design
- Technical Communication
- Science Communication
- Business Communication
- AI in Communication Education
She has extensive experience in persuasive communication, stakeholder engagement, and strategic messaging, applying these skills to both academic and real-world contexts. Her teaching spans civil engineering, business communication, and interdisciplinary programs, reflecting a strong commitment to cross-disciplinary education and workforce readiness.
