Jason Ellis

Jason Ellis is an Associate Professor of English and Director of the B.S. in Professional and Technical Writing Program at the New York City College of Technology (City Tech), CUNY. He leads the City Tech Science Fiction Collection, a 650+ linear foot archive of science fiction materials, and co-organizes the annual City Tech Science Fiction Symposium.

• Education: B.S. in Science, Technology, and Culture (now Literature, Media, and Communication) from Georgia Tech

Research Interests: Focus on science fiction's role in understanding societal impacts of technology, digital storytelling, and pedagogical approaches to technical communication. His work bridges literary analysis with practical writing skills, emphasizing inclusivity and historical context in science fiction.

• Scientific Awards: Georgia Tech School of Literature, Media, and Communication Distinguished Alumni Award (2023)

Professional Contributions: He integrates retrocomputing and hands-on activities into teaching, collaborates with science fiction authors (e.g., Ted Chiang, Samuel R. Delany), and advocates for first-generation students' success. His leadership in the Science Fiction Symposium and collection curation highlights his commitment to community engagement.