Amy L. Howard, M.A.

Continuing Lecturer

Introduction

Continuing Lecturer in First-Year Writing at Purdue Northwest, teaching composition, research and multimodal writing with a focus on student-centered learning.

Curriculum Vitae

Research Overview

My research focuses on how readers engage with genre fiction, especially Romantasy, and how online communities like BookTok shape reading experiences. I’m interested in how reading connects to identity, emotion and culture.

I believe strong opinions, good books and a well-placed side-eye are all essential to a meaningful education.

Teaching Focus

My teaching focuses on analytical writing, research and multimodal composition. I help students connect their ideas to real-world issues, develop strong claims and see writing as a tool for thinking, communication and impact.

Previous Roles

• Graduate Assistant, Purdue University Northwest, 6/2018 to 12/2020
• Managing Editor & Editor, LitPop, 8/2019 to 6/2020