Heather Barrett

Heather Barrett

Associate Director for the Writing Center & Senior Lecturer, CAS Writing Program

I believe that all students deserve the opportunity to learn, grow, and discover a path that works for them during their time at BU. I work hard in my classes and in the Writing Center to meet students where they are and to support them as they make choices about the goals they want to pursue and the values they hold. I love having conversations with students from all backgrounds to learn about what brought them to BU, and how I can help them make the most of their time here.

  • Gender Identity and Pronouns: she/her
  • Race, Ethnicity, and/or Nationality: White
  • Home: Lowell, MA
  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Business/Industry of Interest: Art and Humanities
  • Personal Facts/ Hobbies/ Interests: I am a queer woman with invisible disabilities who loves to read, write, cook, and knit. I teach courses on American literature, Gothic literature, and gender & sexuality, and I mentor a team of terrific CAS Writing Center student consultants. Beyond BU, I spent many years working as a seasonal National Park Service ranger. I continue to enjoy visiting historical sites, as well as independent coffeeshops and bookstores, with my partner.
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