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As an award-winning writer and educator with over two decades of experience in consulting, teaching, and research, I’m passionate about the power of words to drive change. With advanced degrees in English, International Relations, Professional Writing, and Rhetoric, I craft impactful stories and create clear, effective communication—whether for promotional materials or explaining complex ideas—that resonates with diverse audiences, bridges cultures, and fosters growth.
Currently, I offer contract consulting services catering to diverse communication needs, from stakeholder communications to global event representation. Fluent in both English and Turkish, I provide bilingual research and consultation in a global hybrid format. I also teach online courses in professional communication, rhetoric, film, and cultural/gender studies. Additionally, I am passionate about cinematic storytelling and developing action-packed narratives inspired by diverse global cultures.
Previously, I directed a cross-disciplinary Professional Writing program, helping hundreds of students across majors improve their professional skills and enhancing the program's visibility through successful alumni placements in industry and academia. As a university professor, I have developed and delivered over 120 on-site and online course sections, equipping thousands of students with skills in content analysis and effective communication across various platforms, from speeches to digital media.
My global professional engagement includes presenting research, leading workshops, and organizing activities at over 40 international events. I have also served on numerous university and national advisory committees, contributing insights into institutional policies, programs, and strategic initiatives. Mentoring others is a passion of mine, and I have guided over 50 student projects to journal publications or public presentations. Recognized for excellence in annual performance reviews, I was promoted to Associate Professor with tenure in 2020 and received two milestone service awards for my contributions to the Commonwealth of Virginia.
For further details on my background, please check out my LinkedIn profile, where I post occasional updates on my projects and ideas.
Outside of my professional life, I enjoy cooking Mediterranean cuisine, baking, homemaking, photography, cinema, theater, hiking, and traveling the world, reflecting my deep curiosity about its diverse cultures. So far, I've lived in Turkey and the USA and visited Austria, Belgium, Denmark, England, Germany, Greece, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, and Spain. I'm looking forward to exploring many more.
Feel free to email me to discuss potential collaboration: [email protected]
Currently, I offer contract consulting services catering to diverse communication needs, from stakeholder communications to global event representation. Fluent in both English and Turkish, I provide bilingual research and consultation in a global hybrid format. I also teach online courses in professional communication, rhetoric, film, and cultural/gender studies. Additionally, I am passionate about cinematic storytelling and developing action-packed narratives inspired by diverse global cultures.
Previously, I directed a cross-disciplinary Professional Writing program, helping hundreds of students across majors improve their professional skills and enhancing the program's visibility through successful alumni placements in industry and academia. As a university professor, I have developed and delivered over 120 on-site and online course sections, equipping thousands of students with skills in content analysis and effective communication across various platforms, from speeches to digital media.
My global professional engagement includes presenting research, leading workshops, and organizing activities at over 40 international events. I have also served on numerous university and national advisory committees, contributing insights into institutional policies, programs, and strategic initiatives. Mentoring others is a passion of mine, and I have guided over 50 student projects to journal publications or public presentations. Recognized for excellence in annual performance reviews, I was promoted to Associate Professor with tenure in 2020 and received two milestone service awards for my contributions to the Commonwealth of Virginia.
For further details on my background, please check out my LinkedIn profile, where I post occasional updates on my projects and ideas.
Outside of my professional life, I enjoy cooking Mediterranean cuisine, baking, homemaking, photography, cinema, theater, hiking, and traveling the world, reflecting my deep curiosity about its diverse cultures. So far, I've lived in Turkey and the USA and visited Austria, Belgium, Denmark, England, Germany, Greece, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, and Spain. I'm looking forward to exploring many more.
Feel free to email me to discuss potential collaboration: [email protected]
Rhetoric is a mode of altering reality, not by the direct application of energy to objects, but by the creation of discourse which changes reality through the mediation of thought and action.
~ Lloyd Bitzer
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