Timothy Rasinski, Ph.D.

Professor of Literacy Education, Kent State University

Dr. Timothy Rasinski is a professor of literacy education at Kent State University and director of its award-winning reading clinic. Named one of the top 2% scientists in the world in a recent Stanford University study, Tim also holds the Rebecca Tolle and Burton W. Gorman Endowed Chair in Educational Leadership. Tim has written more than 200 articles and has authored, co-authored, or edited 50 books or curriculum programs on reading education. Tim is past-president of the College Reading Association, which also awarded him the A. B. Herr and Laureate Awards for his scholarly contributions to literacy education. In 2010, Tim was elected to the International Reading Hall of Fame.