Claire Jackson

Claire Jackson is an Assistant Professor of Writing Studies and Director of Writing at the Department of English and Creative Writing, State University of New York at Geneseo. She holds a Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition from the University of Louisville (2021) and joined Geneseo in 2024. Her role includes directing the Writing Program and teaching courses in academic writing, writing pedagogy, and rhetoric, with a focus on texts, agency, and power systems.

Her research emphasizes writing program administration and equitable assessment practices, particularly in liberal arts contexts. She has contributed to journals like Composition Forum and Rhetoric Review, exploring topics ranging from queer methodologies in assessment to institutional mission alignment. Her work bridges rhetoric theory with practical pedagogy, addressing issues of equity and systemic structures in higher education.

Her articles reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary scholarship, engaging with religious discourse, LGBTQ+ rhetoric, and citation patterns in academic fields. Claire advocates for inclusive writing practices and professional development for contingent faculty, highlighting her role in shaping writing programs at small liberal arts colleges.