Once you know things, you’re a different person. You can’t help it.

Terry Pratchett

EDUCATION

PhD in English and Comparative Literature

University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill

Ongoing

MA in Literature

Wayne State University

April, 2020

Thesis: “’I Can So Just Sit Here and Cry’: Acedia, Melancholy, and Depression in Gower’s Confessio Amantis”

Advisor: Dr. Hilary Fox

BA in English, with Teacher’s Certification, Minor: Medieval Studies

Eastern Illinois University, cum laude, with University Honors, May 2009

Conference Presentations

“Eating Between the Lines: Personal Agency and Dietary Morality in Medieval Texts.” Medical Matters panel. Sewanee Medieval Colloquium, February 28, 2025.

“Polyamory and Consent in Boccaccio’s Decameron.  International Congress on Medieval Studies (ICMS), May 11, 2024.

“Fate and Fortune: Word Choice in the Old English Boethius,” Boethius’s De consolatione philosophiae in the Middle Ages. International Congress on Medieval Studies (ICMS), May 12, 2023.

“Ladies First: Re-telling Arthurian Myths for Female YA Readers,” Children/ YASB & Dimes VI: Contemporary YA Series–Manipulation, Mythology, Monarchy, and Mapping. Pop Culture Association (PCA), Virtual, June 8, 2021.

“’I Don’t Know, But I’ll Find Out’: Accepting Fallibility and Responsibility in Student Instruction.” Pacific Ancient and Modern Language Association Conference (PAMLA),” November 16, 2019.

“The Good Pagan in The Lord of the Rings.” Wayne State University Pop Culture Consortium Conference, March 3, 2019.

“Dietetics: Food as Self Care in Europe from 1000-145.” Newberry Multidisciplinary Graduate Student Conference, January 25, 2019.

“Teaching Vocabulary in Context.” Eastern Illinois University English Studies Conference, April, 2008.

Roundtables

“The AI-Generated Middle Ages: The Pitfalls and the Potentials (A Roundtable),” Internation Congress on Medieval Studies, (ICMS), May 9, 2024.

“The Warrior Women Project,” Wonder Women & Rebel Girls: Women Warriors in the Media, 1800-present, Virtual, September 4, 2020.

“Writing Center Panel,” Wayne State University Teaching of Writing Conference, February 2, 2019.

“Wayne State Writing Center”, Michigan Writing Centers Association Conference (MiWCA), November 2, 2019.

Professional Appointments

CoLEAGS, 2021-Present

• President, 2024-2025
  • Facilitates monthly meetings with CoLEAGS officers, setting agendas and reviewing bylaws as needed, and delegates responsibilities to ensure organizational goals are met.
  • Coordinates regularly with the department Chair and Director of Graduate Studies, planning town halls and prospective/new student events in collaboration with departmental staff.
  • Leads outreach and communication efforts, including sending a semesterly welcome message to graduate students, organizing officer elections, and supporting incoming officers for a smooth transition.
• Vice President, 2023-2024
  • Serves as a primary contact for graduate student inquiries and concerns, advocating for their wellbeing, community, and overall experience.
  • Represents graduate students at monthly faculty meetings, sharing updates and distributing notes to the graduate community.
  • Oversees key initiatives, including coordinating the Faculty Mentorship Award, establishing a Mental Health Committee, conducting an annual wellbeing survey, and assigning mentors to new students.
• Community Engagement Co-Chair, 2022-2023
  • Arranged, promoted, and participated in monthly gatherings tailored for ECL graduate students.
  • Assembled care packages to support and encourage students undertaking PhD exams.
  • Vice President, 2023-Present
  • Regularly attended faculty meetings, diligently taking notes for dissemination among ECL graduate students.
  • Coordinated fundraising initiatives, including book sales, to support CoLEAGS endeavors.
• Graduate Lecture Coordinator, 2021-2022
  • Coordinated biannual lectures covering topics relevant to graduate students’ needs.
  • Developed and distributed promotional materials to encourage attendance at these events.

PIT Journal Conference Coordinator, 2023-present

• Organize the biannual PIT Journal Conference, highlighting undergraduate research achievements.
• Manage a cohort of teaching fellows tasked with instructing ENGL 105 for the PIT Journal conference.

Publications

Miller, Lindsay, Sarah Chapman and Lynn Losh. 2019. Going beyond Lear: Performance and Taming of the Shrew. Dividing the Kingdoms: Interdisciplinary Methods for Teaching King Lear to Undergraduates: Performance: Wayne State University.

Ragle-Miller, Lindsay et. Al. The Warrior Women Project: Wayne State University. https://s.wayne.edu/warriorwomen/

ACADEMIC COACHING/TUTORING

Writing Center Coach

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2024-present

• Delivered personalized tutoring sessions to university students across all academic levels, supporting them in multiple stages of writing, such as brainstorming, drafting, revising, and editing.
• Guided students in developing critical thinking and analytical skills to strengthen their writing.
• Maintained detailed session notes to document and maintain student records.

Writing Center Graduate Writing Coach

Wayne State University-Detroit, Michigan 2018-2020

• Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions to university students at all levels, assisting them in various aspects of writing, including brainstorming, drafting, revising, and editing.
• Helped students understand and apply rhetorical strategies appropriate for different writing tasks and audiences.
• Created engaging and informative workshop content tailored to the needs and skill levels of diverse student audiences.

Academic Coach/Tutor

Forgione Tutoring-Cary, North Carolina, 2021-2023

• Develop customized academic plans tailored to individual student needs and goals.
• Collaborated with parents, teachers, and school administrators to create a supportive learning environment for students.
• Stayed updated on educational trends and best practices in academic coaching to continually improve services.

TEACHING

Teaching Fellow, 2020-Present

University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, North Carolina

• Developed curriculum for ENGL 105 and ENGL 105-i, focusing on practical and engaging content delivery.
• Produced both synchronous and asynchronous materials for undergraduate classes, ensuring accessibility and flexibility for diverse learning styles.
• Contributed as a peer mentor on the Peer Mentoring Committee, offering support and guidance to fellow educators in a collaborative environment.

H.E.A.R.T. Academy, Harper Woods, Michigan

• Instructed English and Journalism to students in grades 8-12, fostering a supportive and enriching learning environment.
• Developed tailored curriculum for diverse grade levels, aligning content with the specific needs and interests of the student body.
• Led the PBIS committee, overseeing the implementation of initiatives to promote positive behavior and cultivate a respectful school culture.
• Integrated instructional technology effectively into teaching practices, enhancing engagement and facilitating interactive learning experiences for students.

Hoopeston Area High School, Watseka Community High School, Illinois

• Instructed English to grades 9 to 12, catering to both regular and special education needs.
• Developed comprehensive lesson plans, guided discussions, and assessed student progress through grading papers and exams.
• Collaborated closely with a diverse team of educators from different disciplines to ensure a holistic approach to student learning.
• Employed a variety of assessment tools and strategies to continuously refine and improve instructional methods, fostering a supportive and effective learning environment for all students.

Professional Development Awards and Presentations

Erika Lindemann Teaching Award in Composition and Literature, Falll 2024

PIT Journal Cohort, award-2022-present

Professional Development Award, Fall 2023

“Teaching Public Speaking in 105”, presentation, Fall 2023