Christina McElwee is a professor of English at Grand Rapids Community College and serves as the Special Programs Liaison for Teaching, Learning, and Distance Education. She is passionate about creating supportive, engaging learning environments that help students build confidence, strengthen their academic skills, and discover their potential. Her work focuses on student success, inclusive teaching practices, and helping both students and educators develop meaningful connections that make learning more accessible and impactful. In addition to teaching, Christina is also an entrepreneur and writer. She finds writing both cathartic and an excellent way to connect with and communicate with her students. As an educational, inspirational, and social justice writer, Christina has been published in Grand Valley State University’s "Colleague Magazine," several Christian-based publications, and "Pensive Magazine."
