Jenn Sloggie

Jenn Sloggie is a Senior Lecturer and full-time faculty member at Old Dominion University's College of Arts & Letters, Department of English, where she has taught first-year composition since 1999. She holds leadership roles including Director of General Education Composition (2016-present), Director of the Spring Conference on the Teaching of Writing (2019-2024), and General Education Reform Administrative Lead (2024-present).

Education:

• M.F.A. in Creative Writing, Old Dominion University (2024)
• M.A. in English (Professional Writing), Old Dominion University (2000)
• B.A. in English Language and Literature, University of Virginia (1999)

Her research focuses on curriculum development, ePortfolios and reflective practices, inclusive pedagogies, general education reform, and faculty development. She specializes in enhancing first-year student success and program administration while advocating for part-time and contingent faculty who teach general education courses.

Honors and Awards:

• University Distinguished Teacher, Old Dominion University (2024)
• John R. Broderick Diversity Champion Award, Old Dominion University (2023)
• Old Dominion University’s Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant (2000)

Sloggie has mentored faculty through her roles as Faculty Liaison for Learning Communities (2014-2016) and Director of General Education Composition, emphasizing educational innovation and support for both students and instructors. Her work continues to shape faculty development and administrative strategies in higher education.