Amy L Tigner

Dr. Amy L. Tigner is Professor of English at the University of Texas at Arlington, specializing in Shakespeare, Food Studies, and Early Modern Women's Writing. She holds multiple degrees including a PhD from Stanford University (2004), MA from University of Wyoming (1996), BA in Fine Art and BTD in Theatre/Dance from University of Wyoming.

Research Interests: Renaissance literature, culinary history, manuscript studies, and gender studies with a focus on early modern cultural practices and environmental contexts.

Teaching: Regularly offers courses on Shakespeare, Ecocriticism, and Early Modern Women's Writing, demonstrating expertise in historical literary analysis and pedagogical innovation.

Honors: Recognized with multiple awards including Faculty Research Award (2019), nominations for teaching excellence, and participation in prestigious NEH seminars.

Professional Service: Founding editor of Early Modern Studies Journal, active in international Shakespeare associations, and extensive dissertation committee leadership.