About
Isaac Cates is a Lecturer in the Department of English at the University of Vermont. He holds a Ph.D. from Yale University (2002) and a Master’s in creative writing from Johns Hopkins University. His research focuses on modernist and contemporary poetry, the intersection of science and poetry, graphic novels, and formal constraints in poetry. He edits and contributes to the award-winning Cartozia Tales comics series.
Education:
- Ph.D. in English, Yale University, 2002
- M.A. in Creative Writing, Johns Hopkins University
Research Interests:
- Modernist and contemporary poetry
- Nature writing and scientific influences
- Graphic novels and autobiographical comics
- Poetic forms and formal experimentation (Oulipo/Oubapo)
Awards:
- Paul C. Gignilliat Dissertation Fellowship (1999)
- Mellon Fellowships (1994, 1996)
- Yale Academy of American Poets Prize (1995, 2001)
Editorial and Creative Work: Editor and contributor to Cartozia Tales, an award-winning all-ages comics series. Extensive editorial experience in literary and academic publishing.
Affiliations:
- Association of Literary Scholars and Critics
- Modern Language Association
- Modernist Studies Association
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