James Baltrum

James Baltrum is an Assistant Teaching Professor of English at Roosevelt University, affiliated with the College of Humanities, Education & Social Sciences and the Robert Morris Experiential College. He holds office in AUD 480 and can be reached via jbaltrum@roosevelt.edu.

Education:

• PhD in American Literature (19th & 20th Centuries) from Northern Illinois University (2014)
• MA in Literature from DePaul University (2000)
• BS in English Education from Illinois State University (1997)

His research interests focus on American literary history across the 19th and 20th centuries, with additional expertise in English education methodologies. He contributes to interdisciplinary programs including the Film Studies minor.