Krystin Santos

Krystin Santos is a Lecturer in the College of Humanities at Coastal Carolina University, specializing in first-year composition. She holds degrees from Coastal Carolina University (B.A. and M.A.W.) and the University of Kentucky (M.F.A. in Creative Nonfiction).

Education

• B.A. in English, Coastal Carolina University, 2013
• M.A.W., Coastal Carolina University, 2015
• M.F.A. in Creative Nonfiction, University of Kentucky, 2018

Research Interests

Santos focuses on integrating pop culture and social media into first-year writing pedagogy while advocating for inclusive learning environments and relational pedagogy. Her work emphasizes accessibility and student-centered approaches in composition education.

Scientific Awards

• Hats Off to Women Unsung Heroine: Faculty Award (2024)
• Provost's Teaching Innovation and Excellence Award (2024)

Additional Contributions

As affiliate faculty of the HTC Honors College, Santos contributes to honors education. She has secured grants and presented nationally at English conferences on pedagogical innovations in first-year composition.