Ashley O'Neill

Ashley O'Neill is a Lecturer at Southern Methodist University (SMU), combining her academic background with a decade of experience in the start-up technology sector. She teaches in the Writing & Reasoning program, focusing on helping students connect writing skills to their career paths. Additionally, she provides one-on-one writing support through SMU’s Writing Center and delivers information literacy and research skills sessions via Fondren Library.

Her research interests include 20th Century American Literature, with a focus on how censorship and information literacy intersect with modern educational practices. She actively integrates her industry experience into her teaching to bridge theoretical concepts with real-world applications.