Jonathan Hunt

Jonathan Hunt is a Lecturer in the Department of Rhetoric and Language at the University of San Francisco, specializing in writing instruction and public speaking pedagogy. He joined USF in 2012 after serving as Associate Director of Stanford University’s Program in Writing and Rhetoric. His teaching focuses on core writing and communication courses, including Rhetoric 130/131 and 120/110 sequences. Hunt emphasizes student-centered learning through scaffolded assignments, metacognitive reflection, and individualized feedback via one-on-one conferences. He advocates for holistic writing development across undergraduate years and integrates research on cognitive science and pedagogical practices into his methods. His work highlights the importance of aligning writing instruction with disciplinary goals and fostering lifelong communication skills.

Education background includes prior roles at Stanford and expertise in rhetoric, with research interests spanning education history, rhetorical theory, and interdisciplinary approaches to writing. Hunt collaborates with campus initiatives like the Writing Center to enhance student support systems and has contributed to discussions on transfer of writing skills across disciplines. His approach prioritizes student agency, clarity of feedback hierarchy, and efficient use of resources to maximize learning outcomes.