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Charlotte D. Brammer is a Professor in the English Department of the Howard College of Arts and Sciences at Samford University, where she has been since 2004. She directs the writing minor and teaches courses in grammar for writers, professional editing, creative nonfiction prose, and introduction to writing studies. Her interactive teaching approach leverages small class sizes to foster student engagement through scaffolded writing assignments.
Her educational background includes:
- BA, Hollins College
- MA, University of Alabama at Birmingham
- PhD, The University of Alabama
Professor Brammer's research spans Writing Studies, Rhetoric, and Linguistics, with a focus on the rhetoric of storytelling and dialect influences on academic writing. She is particularly known for her work on gender communication in STEM fields, as evidenced by her book Communicating as Women in STEM. Her interests also extend to writing center pedagogy and the cultural effects of regional storytelling on student writing.
Her publications, spanning from 1999 to 2018, reveal a consistent exploration of writing instruction, communication, and linguistic diversity. Early work centered on business and technical communication, while later research shifted toward storytelling, gender in STEM, and writing center practices. A recurring theme is the intersection of cultural identity and writing, particularly in regional contexts like Alabama.
Her distinguished contributions have been recognized with several awards:
- Teacher of the Year, Howard College of Arts and Sciences, Samford University (2015)
- Professor of the Year, Honor Student Association, Samford University (2008)
- The Steve Woodruff Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Award, University of Alabama (2004)
- Best Paper Award for 'Exploring How Instruction in Style Affects Writing Quality' (1999)
As director of the writing minor, Brammer mentors students in writing studies and creative nonfiction. While specific grant details are not provided, her leadership in developing communication workshops and e-portfolio assessment tools demonstrates her commitment to innovative pedagogical practices. She has also been active in national organizations such as the Association of Business Communication and the National Council of Teachers of English.
Brammer is actively involved in writing center initiatives, as reflected in her presentations at the Southeastern Writing Centers Association conferences. She has contributed to the field through research on writing center practices, including intercultural competence and the role of writing centers in learning commons.
