Alessandro Polcri

Alessandro Polcri is an Associate Professor of Italian at Fordham University's Department of Languages and Cultures. He earned his Ph.D. in 2004 from Yale University and holds a B.A. from the Università di Firenze (Italy). His research focuses on allegory, ethics, and chivalric poetry in Italian Renaissance literature, reflecting his specialization in Comparative Literature.

Education:

• B.A., Università di Firenze (Italy)
• Ph.D., Yale University

Research Interests: Dr. Polcri explores the intersection of allegory and ethics in Renaissance Italian poetry, with a particular emphasis on chivalric traditions. His work bridges Italian literature with broader comparative and historical contexts, addressing themes of morality, narrative structure, and cultural transmission in early modern Europe.

Awards & Grants: No specific awards or grants are listed in the provided materials.

Teaching & Advising: Dr. Polcri teaches courses such as ITAL 2001 (likely Italian language or literature) and advises students, though specific advisee names are not documented here. His office is located in Lowenstein 923A, and he offers Spring 2025 office hours on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:00-10:00 AM, with Zoom availability.