Jonathan Callard

Jonathan Callard is a Part-Time Lecturer in the Department of English at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with the Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences. He specializes in creative nonfiction writing and composition pedagogy, with a focus on community engagement and storytelling. Recognized as "Most Valuable Professor" for mentoring student athletes, he also teaches at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and mentors writers individually.

Education: MFA in nonfiction writing and a certificate in composition, literacy, pedagogy, and rhetoric from the University of Pittsburgh.

Research Interests: Jonathan’s work explores themes of community, identity, and resilience through narrative nonfiction. His writing has appeared in Prairie Schooner, PublicSource, Gulf Coast, and others. He emphasizes bridging gaps between academic and public audiences via accessible storytelling.

Awards & Fellowships:

• Prairie Schooner Creative Nonfiction Contest Winner
• Virginia Center for Creative Arts Writing Fellowship
• Ragdale Foundation Fellowship
• Brush Creek Foundation for the Arts Fellowship

Advising & Mentorship: Jonathan mentors writers one-on-one and teaches workshops on craft and publication strategies. He has developed curricula for writing centers and athletic departments, emphasizing writing as a tool for personal and communal growth.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Creative Nonfiction Foundation and the William S. Dietrich II Institute for Writing Excellence at Pitt.