Jim Andersen

Jim Andersen is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of the Fraser Valley. Educated at the University of British Columbia (BA 1970) and the University of Waterloo (MA 1974), he has dedicated his academic career to exploring romantic conceptions of self and personal identity through the works of English, American, and European writers.

Education:

• BA in English, University of British Columbia (1970)
• MA in English, University of Waterloo (1974)

His research emphasizes how literature fosters self-awareness, reflection, and responsibility, aligning with his teaching philosophy inspired by Joseph Conrad’s notion of making students 'see.' He joined UFV in 1988 and continues to influence academic discourse.

Scientific Awards:

• Jim Andersen Memorial Leadership Award (honoree; named posthumously or as a living recognition)

A dedicated educator, he has taught full-time since 1977, blending academic rigor with personal anecdotes about family, chess, curling, and his Maltese Terriers.