Cheryl Caesar

Cheryl Caesar is an Associate Professor in the Department of Writing, Rhetoric, and Cultures at Michigan State University (MSU), affiliated with the College of Arts and Letters. She specializes in developing first-year writing and Preparation for College Writing curricula using transcultural and asset-based pedagogies. Her work extends to collaborative projects like Adams 2.0 learning communities and Transforming Teaching Through Reflective Writing Experiences. She actively supports creative writing in Lansing through poetry readings and community initiatives.

Education:
- Doctorate of Comparative Literature (American/Russian), University of Paris – La Sorbonne Nouvelle, 2008.
- Walter and Pauline Adams Academy for Instructional Excellence and Innovation, 2013.

Affiliations:
- Michigan College English Association (Executive Board).
- Lansing Poetry Club (Secretary).
- Modern Languages Association.
- National Council of Teachers of English.

Research Focus: Her scholarship centers on community-engaged pedagogies, translingual practices, and writing as a tool for wellness. She bridges academic and creative writing through interdisciplinary collaborations and community outreach.