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Andrea Stover is a Professor in the Department of English at Belmont University, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences. She has been teaching at Belmont since 1999 and holds a Ph.D. in Writing from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Her academic work bridges literary studies and composition, with a strong focus on personal and reflective forms of writing.
Education:
- B.A., University of Vermont
- M.A. in English Literature, Boston College
- Ph.D. in Writing, University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Dr. Stover's research centers on life writing, including autobiography, memoir, and diary studies, with a particular interest in self-representation and privacy. She explores how personal narratives intersect with literary traditions and educational practices. Her teaching reflects these interests through courses such as The Art of the Personal Essay, Creative Non-Fiction, and Women's Writing. She also emphasizes interdisciplinary connections, especially in general education, where she integrates writing with literature and art appreciation in cohort-based courses.
Her broader scholarly interests include Japanese literature, storytelling, oral history, and the oral interpretation of literature. These areas enrich her pedagogical approach and inform her vision for student-centered learning.
Dr. Stover has made significant contributions to composition and literary pedagogy, though no specific awards or publications are listed in the provided text.
She advises students in writing and literature and is actively involved in curriculum development, particularly in first- and third-year writing programs. Her work in peer tutoring and linked cohort courses demonstrates a commitment to innovative and integrative teaching methods.
While no formal lab or research team is mentioned, her scholarly community likely includes students, writing center collaborators, and interdisciplinary faculty partners engaged in narrative studies and general education reform.
