Samantha Blackmon

Samantha Blackmon investigates challenges and opportunities in the intersection of rhetoric, composition, and digital literacy, with a particular focus on minority rhetoric and the role of computers in composition. As an Associate Professor of English at Purdue University, she is also an Affiliated Faculty member of Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies and SIS. Her academic journey led her to earn a Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition from Wayne State University, where she honed her expertise in exploring minority issues within the Computerized Writing Environment. At Purdue, Professor Blackmon contributes significantly to the academic community through her role as Area Editor of The Writing Instructor. Her involvement extends to serving on the Purdue Advisory Committee for Modern Fiction Studies, where she collaborates with colleagues to advance the study of contemporary literature. Her research interests are diverse, encompassing computers and composition, lesbian and women's studies, African-American culture, and digital literacy. Before her tenure at Purdue, Samantha Blackmon was an Assistant Professor of English at the University of Toledo. Her teaching and research have consistently emphasized the importance of integrating technology into writing and composition, particularly for underrepresented groups. Her work seeks to empower students and scholars by providing them with the tools and knowledge to navigate and contribute to the digital world effectively. Through her dedication to academia and her commitment to exploring the nuances of minority rhetoric and digital literacy, Professor Blackmon continues to inspire and influence both her students and her peers. Her contributions to the fields of rhetoric and composition are marked by a deep understanding of the complexities of identity, technology, and communication in the modern age.