Christy Zink
About Christy Zink
Christy Zink is an Assistant Professor of Writing at George Washington University, where she has taught for over 20 years. She has a strong background in nonprofit management, strategic planning, and advocacy for women's health and reproductive justice.
Work at The George Washington University
Christy Zink has held multiple roles at The George Washington University since 2003. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Writing, where she has over 20 years of experience designing and teaching writing and research courses in various formats, including in-person, online, and hybrid. Previously, she worked as the Director of The George Washington University Writing Center from 2010 to 2015, where she significantly contributed to the center's growth. Additionally, she served as the Deputy Director of Writing in the Disciplines from 2018 to 2019, where she successfully rescued a university-wide student-services program from outsourcing.
Education and Expertise
Christy Zink studied at Emory University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Writing and English from 1988 to 1992. She then attended George Mason University, where she achieved a Master of Fine Arts in Writing from 1993 to 1996. Her expertise encompasses strategic planning, arts-education administration, and nonprofit management. Zink is skilled in grant writing, budgeting, hiring, events planning and management, report writing, and analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data.
Background
Before her tenure at The George Washington University, Christy Zink worked as an Instructor in the English Department at George Mason University from 1994 to 1996. She has chaired a national writing-organization committee and has extensive experience in professional public speaking at international and national conferences. Her advocacy work includes providing Senate and Congressional testimony on women's health and reproductive justice.
Achievements
Christy Zink has made significant contributions to nonprofit education by doubling the size of a local education program and expanding it to a national level. Her involvement in political advocacy and public writing focuses on women's health and reproductive justice, demonstrating her commitment to these critical issues. Zink's efforts in higher education and nonprofit management reflect her dedication to improving educational outcomes and supporting community initiatives.