Michelle Niestepski

Michelle Niestepski, Ph.D., serves as Assistant Vice President for Academic Operations and Professor of Writing at Lasell University's School of Humanities, Education, Justice & Social Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Rhode Island (2008), an M.A. in English from Boston College (2003), and dual B.A. degrees in English and Sociology from Merrimack College (2001).

• Education
  • Ph.D., English, University of Rhode Island (2008)
  • M.A., English, Boston College (2003)
  • B.A., English and Sociology, Merrimack College (2001)

Her research focuses on Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) pedagogy, technological literacy integration in writing instruction, and antiracist approaches to composition programs. She has presented on topics including "Game Changer: Strategies for Incorporating Technological Literacy into First-Year Writing" and "The Writing Program as a Site for an 'Antiracist Agenda'." Her recent publication in WAC and Second-Language Writers explores inclusive practices for linguistically diverse students.

At Lasell, Dr. Niestepski teaches foundational courses such as Writing I, Writing II, and First-Year Seminar. Her educational philosophy emphasizes confidence-building in writing competence and preparing students for academic and professional writing scenarios. She currently operates from Brennan 100 office (617-243-2471).