Timothy Mayers

Dr. Timothy Mayers is a faculty member in the Department of English & World Languages at Millersville University. He holds a B.A. in English and Philosophy from the University of Scranton (1988), an M.A. in Creative Writing from Binghamton University (1990), and a Ph.D. in English (Rhetoric and Composition) from the University of Rhode Island (1998). His specializations include Composition Studies, Creative Writing, and the institutional history of English departments. He teaches courses such as Literary Criticism, Advanced Composition, Technical Writing, and Creative Writing workshops.

• Education:
  • B.A. English & Philosophy, University of Scranton, 1988
  • M.A. Creative Writing, Binghamton University, 1990
  • Ph.D. English (Rhetoric and Composition), University of Rhode Island, 1998

His research focuses on intersections between composition studies and creative writing, curricular innovations in English departments, and contemporary poetry theory. His notable works include (Re)Writing Craft (2005) and a 1998 co-authored article on critical thinking in computerized classrooms. He is active in academic labor organizations, serving as APSCUF-Millersville Delegate to the Lancaster United Labor Council.

His advising and grants sections remain unspecified in available records. He is affiliated with the English Honors Society (Sigma Tau Delta) and contributes to initiatives like the MMIW Red Dress Project. His personal interests include family, hockey, and music.