Katie Powell

Katie Powell is an Assistant Professor in the Rhetoric and Professional Writing Program at the University of Arkansas. Her work bridges technical communication, social justice, and feminist theory, emphasizing the role of storytelling in community engagement and racial reconciliation.

• PhD in Rhetoric and Composition (2021), University of Arkansas
• M.Ed in Higher Education (2015), University of Arkansas
• B.A. in English (2013), Millsaps College

Her research integrates public memory, feminist approaches, and narrativization into technical communication. She explores how social justice principles shape digital and community practices, including social media activism and racial reconciliation. Recent publications highlight her interdisciplinary focus, blending pedagogy, identity, and historical activism.

Publications from 2024 investigate positionality in social justice education, feminist interpretations of inheritance, community listening frameworks, and the legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune. These works span technical communication, rhetorical theory, and social justice, reflecting her commitment to intersectional and community-driven scholarship.