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Abby Morris serves as a Teaching Instructor in the Department of English within the College of Arts and Sciences at East Carolina University. She maintains active professional engagement as a member of the Carolinas Writing Program Administrators (Carolinas WPA) since 2021.
Her academic foundation includes:
- B.A. in English from Elizabeth City State University
- M.A. in English from East Carolina University
- Ph.D. in English from East Carolina University
Dr. Morris's scholarly work centers on Composition Studies with innovative focus on the intersection of empathy, self-care, and boundary-setting in writing instruction. Her research addresses critical emotional labor challenges faced by composition instructors, particularly within two-year college contexts where resources may be limited. This work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications through her 'Empathic Teaching Survival Kit' methodology.
Her 2022 publication in Composition Studies represents a significant contribution to writing program administration literature, demonstrating consistent focus on instructor wellness as foundational to effective pedagogy. The research trajectory shows increasing attention to sustainable teaching practices within composition studies.
As a member of the Carolinas WPA, she contributes to regional conversations about writing program development and teacher training. Her professional activities reflect commitment to advancing composition pedagogy through both scholarly publication and organizational engagement.
Dr. Morris's teaching responsibilities center on undergraduate composition courses where she implements research-based strategies for fostering student engagement while maintaining instructor well-being. Her two-year college teaching background informs her practical approach to writing instruction across diverse student populations.
