Jillian Skeffington

Dr. Jillian Skeffington serves as an Associate Professor and Associate Dean, Academic at MacEwan University's Department of English. She holds a PhD from the University of Arizona. Her research focuses on rhetoric, composition studies, and the intersection of institutional structures with pedagogy. She coordinates English 102 and Writing 101 courses, emphasizing analytical approaches to writing and textual analysis.

Education:

• PhD in English (Arizona)

Her work explores how institutional frameworks influence curricular choices and teaching methods. She advocates for evidence-based pedagogy over moralistic approaches to issues like plagiarism. Recent publications address first-year composition pedagogy, doctoral program development in rhetoric, and procedural fairness in academic settings.

While no grants are explicitly listed, her service on committees and curricular initiatives demonstrates engagement with institutional academic governance. She supervises independent studies for senior students.