Amy Smith

Amy Smith is a Professor at Pacific University, specializing in English and community-engaged pedagogy. Her teaching emphasizes experiential learning through partnerships with local organizations such as the Delta Blood Bank, American Red Cross, Haggin Museum, and Harmony Stockton.

• PhD in English from Penn State (1998)
• BA in Music from West Virginia University (1986)

Her research explores intersections between literature and culture, focusing on fan fiction adaptations of Jane Austen, war literature across genres, and the societal implications of banned books. She organizes a public Jane Austen Night event to showcase student projects.