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Melissa StPierre

@melissastpierre

I build stronger writers and writing programs across higher education.

United States
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At Rochester Christian University, I lead English curriculum, early college adjunct faculty, and a campus-wide “Writing for Success” initiative that connects first-year writing assessment to senior capstone work.

I teach composition, rhetoric, literature, creative writing, and technical writing, and I have designed and revised courses including Composition A and B, Advanced Composition, Critical Theory, and British and World Literature. I also advise English and Digital Marketing majors, sponsor Blackberry Winter, and support faculty through observations, hiring, and program leadership.

Before RCU, I taught writing and rhetoric at Oakland University and served as adjunct faculty across several Michigan colleges. I’m also a published writer and co-author whose work spans creative nonfiction, poetry, academic writing, editing, and community-focused writing pedagogy.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Writing Program Administrator

Rochester Christian University

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 7 months)

Manages the writing program, including hiring and supervising adjunct instructors across multiple early college programs. Designed and implemented a campus-wide writing initiative.

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Co-Chair English Department

Rochester Christian University

Jan 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 11 months)

Co-led the English department, contributing to curriculum development and faculty coordination.

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Editor

Going Om Collective

Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)

Edited online content, including event details, bios, and grammatical corrections. Developed a biographical template for presenters.

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Special Lecturer

Oakland University

Jan 2014 - Dec 2021 (7 years 11 months)

Taught writing and rhetoric courses, including Composition I and II. Designed syllabi, assignments, and assessments, and used Moodle for course enhancement.

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Contributing Columnist

The Blue Nib

Jan 2020 - Dec 2020 (11 months)

Wrote columns for The Write Life.

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Adjunct Faculty

Oakland Community College

Jan 2013 - Dec 2017 (4 years 11 months)

Taught courses as adjunct faculty.

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Adjunct Faculty

Macomb Community College

Jan 2013 - Dec 2017 (4 years 11 months)

Taught courses as adjunct faculty.

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Adjunct Faculty

Lawrence Technological University

Jan 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 11 months)

Taught courses as adjunct faculty.

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Content Developer

A Pass Educational Group

Jan 2012 - Dec 2015 (3 years 11 months)

Created test-bank questions and edited course syllabi for various subjects.

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Adjunct Faculty

Mott Community College

Jan 2010 - Dec 2014 (4 years 11 months)

Taught courses as adjunct faculty.

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Adjunct Faculty

Baker College

Jan 2010 - Dec 2012 (2 years 11 months)

Taught courses as adjunct faculty.

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Adjunct Faculty

ITT Technical Institute

Jan 2011 - Dec 2011 (11 months)

Taught courses as adjunct faculty.

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Patient Communication Coordinator

Bald Mountain Surgical Center

Jan 2007 - Dec 2010 (3 years 11 months)

Drafted, edited, and published newsletters for patients and families. Developed content on surgical procedures, insurance updates, and public relations.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Wayne State University

Doctor of Philosophy, English

Grade: 4.0

Doctor of Philosophy in English with a concentration in Rhetoric and Composition. Anticipated defense in May 2027.

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Oakland University

Master of Arts, English

Master of Arts in English from Oakland University, graduated in June 2010.

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Oakland University

Bachelor of Arts, English

Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Journalism, graduated in June 2007.

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Oakland University

Graduate Study, Writing and Rhetoric

Graduate study in Writing and Rhetoric, completing 23 credits.

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Software and tools used professionally

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