Scott D. Banville

Dr. Scott D. Banville is an Associate Professor in the Department of English, Modern Languages & Cultural Studies at Nicholls State University, where he has taught since 2010. He currently holds the endowed position of Lorio Endowed Professor of Languages & Literature and serves as Co-Writing Program Administrator (WPA), overseeing curriculum development for all writing courses including ENGL 101, 102, 366, and 368 while supporting faculty pedagogical development.

His educational background includes:

• B.A. from George Washington University
• B.A. from Florida Atlantic University
• M.A. from Florida State University
• Ph.D. from The Ohio State University

Dr. Banville's academic focus spans composition pedagogy, professional writing, Victorian literature, and humanities education. He teaches courses ranging from foundational English Composition to specialized Technical Writing for Sciences and Victorian Literature. His scholarly work emphasizes practical writing applications across disciplines.

Significant service contributions include:

• Founding the Undergraduate Humanities Symposium (now part of Scholars Expeaux)
• Establishing and co-editing Chênière: The Nicholls Undergraduate Humanities Review
• Serving on the Fletcher Lecture Committee
• Advising the Nicholls State Cycling & Triathlon club sport

Awards and honors:

• Lorio Endowed Professorship in Languages & Literature