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Melissa Ianetta is the Class of 1958 Professor of Communication and Executive Director of the Writing and Communication Program at the School of Literature, Media, and Communication, Georgia Institute of Technology. She has co-authored foundational texts like The Oxford Guide for Writing Tutors and received awards for editorial and leadership excellence.
Education:
- PhD in Rhetoric and Composition, The Ohio State University
Her research focuses on disciplinarity, peer tutoring, writing program administration, and academic editing, with a strong emphasis on rhetoric, communication, and pedagogical innovation. Her recent work explores postdoctoral teaching fellowships in English Studies and classical rhetorical models in writing center administration.
Scientific Awards:
- Phoenix Award for Significant Editorial or Design Achievement (Writing Center Journal)
- Ron Maxwell Leadership Award (National Council for Peer Tutoring in Writing, 2020)
- Marion Barry Distinguished Graduate Alumni Award (Bridgewater State University, 2020)
- Assistant Chair of the Conference on College Composition and Communication (2024-2025)
Dr. Ianetta has edited College English (2017-2022) and co-edited the Writing Center Journal. She teaches courses on peer tutoring and first-year writing seminars, integrating empirical research with writing culture. Her work bridges classical rhetoric, modern pedagogy, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
