Sarah Franco

Sarah Franco is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the College of Charleston. Her work bridges English, composition and rhetoric, and humanities through innovative pedagogical approaches.

• Ph.D. in English (University of New Hampshire)
• M.A. in English (Simmons College)
• M.A.T. (Simmons College)
• B.A. in English and Psychology (University of Rochester)

Her research focuses on:

• Integration of mindfulness practices in writing pedagogy
• Psychotherapy and narrative therapy applications in education
• Public space and memory studies
• Interdisciplinary approaches to veteran studies
• Feminist research methodologies in rhetorical analysis

Recent publications highlight her contributions to writing center pedagogy and feminist rhetorical analysis, often involving collaborations with Molly Tetreault and Patty Wilde. The work explores intersections between archival research, community building, and public memory frameworks.

Education & Certifications: Certified mindfulness meditation instructor with formal training from Simmons College and University of New Hampshire.