Gabriel Haley

Gabriel Haley is Professor of English and Head of School for Trinity Academy at Concordia University, Nebraska. He is actively engaged in teaching and research in medieval and Renaissance literatures, world literatures, and poetry. He also serves on the board of the Consortium for Classical Lutheran Education and leads the board of Trinity Academy.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Virginia
• M.A., University of Virginia
• B.A., Hillsdale College

Dr. Haley's research centers on premodern literary traditions with a focus on theological and philosophical themes in poetry. His work explores the intersections of faith, literature, and education, particularly in the writings of Charles d’Orléans, Petrarch, Dante, and C.S. Lewis. He promotes classical liberal arts education within a Christian framework, emphasizing the pursuit of truth, beauty, and goodness through literature.

His recent publications reveal a consistent engagement with religious contemplation, humanism, and the cultural afterlife of medieval texts. Themes such as lyric ethics, re-enchantment in education, and the adaptation of Dante in contemporary media demonstrate a broad interdisciplinary reach across literature, theology, philosophy, and cultural studies.

Professional Service and Leadership:

• Advisor, Sigma Tau Delta (international English honors society)
• Board Member, Consortium for Classical Lutheran Education
• President, Board of Trinity Academy at Concordia University

Dr. Haley contributes significantly to academic leadership and honors education, mentoring students and shaping curricular initiatives in classical and Christian liberal arts. While no grants are explicitly mentioned, his editorial contributions and board roles indicate active scholarly engagement beyond the classroom.

Labs and Academic Initiatives:

Dr. Haley is instrumental in the Classical Liberal Arts minor program at Concordia, which emphasizes premodern languages and cultures. He also supports the English major’s mission of fostering Christian scholarship and critical literary engagement.