Augustus Rose

Augustus Rose is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Arts at the University of Chicago's Department of English. A novelist and screenwriter, he has taught at the university since 2009, offering courses on creative writing, narrative structure, and genre experimentation.

• Education: MA in Creative Writing (Fiction) from University of California, Davis
• Education: BA in Film Studies from University of California, Santa Barbara

Rose's creative work bridges art history with speculative fiction, exemplified by his debut novel The Readymade Thief that intertwines Marcel Duchamp's art theories with dark net subcultures and theoretical physics metaphors. His teaching philosophy emphasizes helping students refine their unique creative visions across genres and formats.

His publications include critical essays on unclassifiable works and literary aesthetics. Scientific recognition includes being a finalist for the prestigious Academy Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting for his screenplay Far From Cool.

• Teaching Areas: Novel writing, narrative structure, setting development, experimental fiction
• Advising Focus: Student-driven creative projects from traditional novels to experimental forms
• Conference Participation: Humanities Day 2017, Harbor Springs Festival of the Book, Postmasters Gallery panel