Anne Colwell

Professor Anne Colwell is a faculty member in the Department of English at the University of Delaware, serving as Disability Support Services Coordinator for the Dover & Georgetown Campuses. She holds a PhD in English and American Literature from the University of Delaware (alongside MA and BA degrees from UD and Immaculata University). Her work bridges creative writing and literary scholarship, with notable publications including critical analyses of Elizabeth Bishop’s poetry and award-winning poetry collections. She teaches courses in poetry, literature, and composition, and has been affiliated with the Bread Loaf Writer’s Workshop.

Her research focuses on metaphorical language in poetry, particularly exploring themes of isolation, body imagery, and maritime symbolism. Colwell’s creative works span poetry, short fiction, and nonfiction, with pieces published in journals like Bellevue Literary Review and Southern Poetry Review. She has also contributed to academic volumes analyzing 20th-century poets and literary techniques.

Her professional contributions include guest lectures at the University of Granada and staff roles at the Bread Loaf Writer’s Conference. Despite extensive creative and scholarly output, no formal awards are listed in her profile. Her teaching portfolio includes core literature courses and linguistics, reflecting her commitment to interdisciplinary education.