Valerie Fazel

Valerie Fazel is a Lecturer in the Department of English at Arizona State University (ASU). She has taught since 2007, specializing in first-year composition, ESL academic writing, Business Writing, and Shakespeare across face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats. Her research focuses on digital humanities, Shakespearean appropriation, and fan studies. She holds a Ph.D. in English Literature from ASU, alongside M.A. and B.A. degrees in English and Anthropology (both with Honors).

Education:

• Ph.D. English Literature, Arizona State University
• M.A. English
• B.A. Anthropology (Honors)
• B.A. English Literature (Honors)

Her research explores intersections between Shakespeare and contemporary digital media, including fan studies, meme culture, and online performance. Notable themes include ethical challenges in social media research, digital kitsch, and the multiverse concept in fandom communities. She has authored books and articles analyzing YouTube Shakespeare, fan fiction, and the role of paratext in Renaissance literature.

Her publications consistently engage with how digital platforms transform literary engagement, emphasizing collaborative authority and cultural praxis. While no formal grants or advising roles are detailed, her work bridges traditional literary analysis with modern digital practices.

Her academic contributions reflect a commitment to understanding how Shakespeare’s legacy evolves through new media and fan-driven creativity, positioning her at the forefront of digital humanities research.