Alan Chidsey Dickson

Alan Chidsey Dickson is a Professor of English at the University of Lynchburg, where he has served since 2003. His teaching portfolio includes DELL 102: First-year Seminar, ENGL 123W: College Writing Workshop, ENGL 202W: Literature and Culture II, and ENGL 210: Writing in the Workplace.

His educational credentials are:

• PhD in English from the University of Texas
• BA in Philosophy from Union College

Dr. Dickson's research centers on cultural studies and rhetorical theory, with specialized focus on pedagogy of writing, prose style development, and argument instruction. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications, emphasizing how cultural contexts shape writing pedagogy and student engagement in academic discourse.

He maintains an active teaching role with office hours in Carnegie Hall 213 and can be contacted via dickson.c@lynchburg.edu or 434.544.8110.