Samuel Rush

Samuel Rush is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of English at Elmhurst University. He teaches foundational courses ENG 105 and 106, focusing on helping students discover their academic voice and apply it to real-world contexts.

• Education: B.A. in Communication from University of Illinois at Chicago, M.A. in Writing, Rhetoric and Discourse from DePaul University

Rush integrates his interdisciplinary background in teaching, college admissions, and athletics administration to explore how non-cognitive factors influence student retention. His pedagogical approach emphasizes empowering students through readings, assignments, and discussions that reflect this interest.

Contact: samuel.rush@elmhurst.edu