Corey Wronski

Corey Wronski serves as Associate Professor of English at McDaniel College, where he teaches medieval literature, drama, and Viking Age Icelandic literature. Holding a Ph.D. from Cornell University, he combines deep scholarly expertise with an engaging pedagogical approach rooted in dialogue and critical thinking.

His academic credentials include:

• Ph.D., Cornell University (2011)
• M.A. en passant, Cornell University (2008)
• M.A., Georgetown University (2004)
• B.A., Goucher College (2002)

Wronski's research traverses medieval literary traditions, mystical practices, and performance theory with particular focus on:

• Medieval English and Icelandic literature
• Comparative mysticism across religious traditions
• Devotional culture and drama
• Critical theory frameworks (psychoanalysis, phenomenology)
• Immersive humanities pedagogy

His publications reveal dual scholarly trajectories: rigorous analysis of medieval religious texts (Marian drama, Marguerite Porete's mysticism) and critical engagement with dance history, particularly through reviews in The Key Reporter. This interdisciplinary fusion reflects his original dance training and persistent interest in performance studies.

Teaching excellence defines his career through multiple honors:

• School of Criticism and Theory fellowship
• Cornell's Martin Sampson Teaching Award
• Knight Institute Writing Portfolio Award
• Dean's Prize for Distinguished Teaching nomination
• Caplan Study Abroad Scholarship

Wronski actively mentors students as Faculty Advisor to the Hispano-Latinx Alliance and organizes signature events like the "Grendel and the Green Terror" Beowulf Celebration. His Phi Beta Kappa leadership and diversity committee service demonstrate institutional commitment. The McDaniel Medieval Ghost Mapping Project exemplifies his innovative digital humanities work, spatially analyzing medieval ghost narratives to enhance literary understanding.