About
Harvey Teres is a Professor in the Department of English at Syracuse University and holds the William P. Tolley Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Humanities. He is affiliated with the Jewish Studies Minor and Modern Jewish Studies programs.
- Education: B.A. from Cornell University (1972), M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Chicago (1981, 1986)
His research focuses on the public role of literature and criticism, particularly in 20th-century American contexts. He has written extensively on Jewish American writers, literary leftism, and community-engaged scholarship.
Recent publications include a 2025 journal article on off-campus teaching as community learning and a 2023 review of Rhina Espaillat's poetry. His work bridges public humanities with literary studies.
- Award: William P. Tolley Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Humanities (2024-2026)
He has supervised graduate theses and dissertations on topics such as Appalachian literature, Grove Press, and the political dimensions of New Deal-era writings. Teres also contributes to academic service through committee memberships, including the Senate Committee on Curriculum and Instruction.
