Jessica Ouellette

Jessica Ouellette is an Associate Professor of English and Women & Gender Studies at the University of Southern Maine, serving as Director of Writing Programs. She holds affiliations with the Department of English, Women and Gender Studies Program, and the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Her research focuses on feminist rhetorical methods, digital rhetoric, globalization, and transnational studies, with a current book project exploring global rhetorics, affect, and digital circulation.

Education:

• PhD in English (Rhetoric and Composition), University of Massachusetts-Amherst (2016)
• Certificate in Advanced Feminist Studies, University of Massachusetts-Amherst (2015)
• MA in English, University of Massachusetts-Amherst (2012)
• BA in English, University of Massachusetts-Amherst (2009)

Research Interests: Dr. Ouellette’s work bridges feminist theory, digital media, and transnational frameworks. She examines how global discourses intersect with affective labor and digital communication, contributing to interdisciplinary conversations in rhetoric and gender studies.

Professional Roles: As Director of Writing Programs, she oversees undergraduate and graduate writing initiatives, emphasizing pedagogical innovation and inclusive practices. Her administrative leadership complements her scholarly commitments to equity in education.

Awards/Grants: No specific awards or grants listed in available texts. Her contributions are highlighted through her academic publications and program leadership.