Jacqueline Blackwell - Faculty Mentor

Jacqueline Blackwell - Faculty Mentor

What is your teaching discipline?

English

What brought you to the area?

Reading lots and lots of fiction.

What is your teaching philosophy?

Students can learn to write ONLY by writing and rewriting and revising and ...

What do you hope your students take away from your courses?

That effective written communication is hard work!

What do you like to do on the weekends?

Watch brand-new movies and television and read murder mysteries

What is the most memorable place you have traveled to?

Arundel, Maine

What is in your refrigerator right now?

Yogurt, eggs, cheddar, leftover pizza, onions, green peppers, apples, bread, sparkling water...

What makes you laugh out loud?

The absurd.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?

My two daughters, who are funny, smart, creative, and kind.

What is your greatest extravagance?

Kindle books and novelty tees

Who is your hero?

Christ Jesus