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Lisa Parzefall

Lisa Parzefall

Assistant Professor, Writing Program Director

  • Office: 124 Simpkins Hall
  • Email:  L-Parzefall@wiu.edu
  • Phone: (309) 298-1103 (Department of English line)

Lisa Parzefall obtained her doctoral degree in Composition and Applied Linguistics. At WIU, Lisa teaches Composition, Professional/Technical Writing, and selected Graduate courses. Her research interests originate at the intersection of writing and language. Her latest project examined the resettlement experiences of Afghan women refugees and the impact on their identities. Outside of academia, she enjoys hiking, running, playing tennis, and traveling.