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Susan Hagan is an Associate Teaching Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College, specializing in Information Systems. With a Ph.D. in Rhetoric from Carnegie Mellon University, she has contributed significantly to the field through her research on visual-verbal collaboration, interaction design, and the integration of communication planning with information design. Over the years, Hagan has published multiple works exploring topics such as readability, illustration in communication, and the teaching of intuitive design skills. Her academic contributions have been recognized with several awards, including the NCTE Award for her article on Philosophy and Theory of Technical Scientific Communication. Additionally, she has received the H&SS Graduate Student Teaching Award for innovation in teaching and development of courses. Hagan's work often bridges the gap between theoretical frameworks and practical application, making her a valuable educator and researcher in her domain.
Carnegie Mellon University, Heinz College • Pittsburgh, PA
Teaching various courses in Information Systems focusing on the integration of communication and design elements.
Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.