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Mike Garcia is an Associate Professor of English and Director of Writing Programs at Luther College. He oversees the Writing Center, leads Paideia staff workshops on writing instruction, and collaborates with faculty on writing assignments. His roles include serving on committees focused on student success and assessment.
Education:
- PhD in English, 2010, University of New Hampshire (Dissertation: “Politics and Ethics of Student Self-Assessment in the Composition Classroom”)
- MA in English, 2004, Washington State University
- BA in English, 2001, Western Oregon University
His research interests center on writing assessment, rhetoric, and pedagogy. He explores student self-assessment, literacy studies, and the integration of digital tools in writing instruction. Garcia teaches courses such as Rhetoric and Persuasion, Professional Writing, and first-year Paideia seminars.
Advising & Teaching: Garcia advises through his teaching and director role, emphasizing writing across disciplines. No grants or specific labs are explicitly detailed, though the Writing Center is a key institutional resource he manages.
