Dr. Joanna Wolfe

Biography

Joanna Wolfe is a Teaching Professor in the Department of English at Carnegie Mellon University. Her current research focuses on equity communication, investigating the factors that inhibit the participation of women and underrepresented minorities in various cultures of power. She is dedicated to uncovering evidence-based strategies to overcome these inequities. Additionally, her work spans the field of technical communication within writing disciplines, particularly within engineering contexts, where she examines what constitutes effective communication across a range of backgrounds. Wolfe's research is action-oriented, aiming for specific measurable changes in the world. Her contributions have been recognized by notable organizations, including the National Council of Teachers of English, the American Association of Engineering Educators, and the IEEE Professional Communication Society. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in English from the University of Texas at Austin, a Master’s degree in English from the same institution, and a Bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Maryland at College Park, where she graduated Cum Laude.

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