Rebecca Evanhoe

Rebecca Evanhoe is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the School of Information, Pratt Institute, where she teaches courses in conversation design and UX writing. Her interdisciplinary background bridges science, literature, and technology, shaping her innovative approach to human-centered design.

Education:

• BA in Chemistry, University of Kansas, 2006
• MFA in Creative Writing, University of Florida, 2013

Her research and practice focus on how people interact with voice and chat-based technologies. With expertise in both scientific and narrative thinking, she explores how interdisciplinary methods enhance user experience design, particularly in conversational systems. She emphasizes clarity, empathy, and storytelling in UX writing.

Her recent work centers on the design principles of chat and voice interfaces, as reflected in her co-authored book. The research spans human-computer interaction, accessibility, and the emotional resonance of automated conversations. Themes include usability, trust in AI, and linguistic design for non-visual interfaces.

Scientific Awards:

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Rebecca advises on curriculum development in UX writing and conversation design. While formal advisees are not listed, her teaching directly impacts students in information and design fields. She has not disclosed external grants in the provided bio.

She is actively involved in academic and professional discourse around emerging technologies in design, contributing to the development of pedagogical frameworks for conversation design at Pratt.