Emily Russell
About Emily Russell
Emily Russell is a Doctoral Candidate and Literature Instructor with extensive experience in teaching and editorial work. She has been an Editorial Assistant at Words & Numbers since 2015 and teaches College Writing at Howard Community College since 2016.
Work at The George Washington University
Emily Russell has been associated with The George Washington University since 2010. She currently serves as a Doctoral Candidate and literature instructor. Her role involves teaching literature courses and contributing to the academic community through her research and scholarly activities. Over the years, she has gained extensive experience in higher education, focusing on English literature and medieval studies.
Current Positions in Education
In addition to her role at The George Washington University, Emily Russell has been a College Writing Instructor at Howard Community College since 2016. She teaches writing courses, helping students develop their writing skills and critical thinking abilities. Furthermore, she has worked as an Editorial Assistant at Words & Numbers since 2015, where she is involved in editorial tasks that support the publication's objectives.
Education and Expertise
Emily Russell earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in English Literature and Medieval Studies from The George Washington University, completing her studies from 2010 to 2016. Prior to that, she obtained a Master’s Degree in English Literature from Eastern Michigan University, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in literary analysis and pedagogy.
Previous Experience in Academia
Before her current roles, Emily Russell worked at Eastern Michigan University from 2005 to 2009 as a graduate student and composition instructor. In this position, she taught composition courses, gaining valuable experience in curriculum development and student engagement. This early experience contributed to her teaching philosophy and approach in her subsequent academic roles.