Catherine Fairfield

Dr. Catherine Fairfield is a Visiting Teaching Professor in English at Northeastern University's College of Social Sciences and Humanities. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes Social Emotional Learning and collaborative methods to create inclusive classroom communities across in-person and online formats.

She holds a PhD in English & Women's Studies from the University of Michigan and teaches writing, literary studies, and pop culture analysis. Her scholarship examines sustainable writing practices in the context of emerging AI technologies, life writing, feminist theory, and disability studies.

Additional research explores Taylor Swift's literary artistry and cultural impact. Dr. Fairfield has developed writing curricula for multilingual learners, business students, and health professions programs, and has directed pre-college initiatives for high school students.