Darin Jensen
Associate Dean | Professor of English, Linguistics & Writing Studies
Advancing literacy, research, and academic leadership in two-year colleges through innovative pedagogy, scholarship, and institutional impact.
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Publications
Multiple Award-Winning Books
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Presentations &Talk
Featured Research
Two-Year College Writing Studies
A sustained body of scholarship focused on writing instruction, literacy, and pedagogy in community college contexts.
Generative AI in Writing Education
Current research examining the impact of generative artificial intelligence on writing pedagogy, literacy practices, and student learning.
Writing Program Administration
Research and leadership focused on the development, management, and assessment of writing programs in higher education.
About Darin Jensen
Darin Jensen is Associate Dean and Professor of English, Linguistics, and Writing Studies at Salt Lake Community College.
His work bridges research, teaching, and academic leadership, with a focus on literacy, equity, and innovation in higher education.
With extensive experience in program development and faculty leadership, he has contributed significantly to national conversations in writing studies.
Teaching & Academic Leadership
Combining classroom expertise with institutional leadership, Darin Jensen has taught a wide range of writing and literature courses while mentoring students and faculty.
As Associate Dean, he leads curriculum development, faculty advancement, and strategic academic initiatives that shape the future of writing education.
Awards & Recognition
- MLA Mina P. Shaughnessy Book Prize
- CCCC Outstanding Book Award
- Outstanding Faculty Book Award
- Best Paper Award
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