Kurt Fosso

Kurt Fosso serves as Professor of English in the Department of English at Lewis & Clark College's College of Arts & Sciences, where he has taught since 1995. His courses include British Romantic literature, classical studies, animal rights in literature, and structuralist/poststructuralist literary theory.

His academic background features:

• PhD in English, University of California, Irvine
• BA, University of Washington

Fosso specializes in British Romanticism with concentrated research on William Blake and William Wordsworth, examining animal representation and social meaning in their works. His scholarship bridges Romantic literature with classical studies, as demonstrated through analyses of Oedipus and Hesiod's Theogony, while contributing significantly to Animal Studies and literary theory. This interdisciplinary approach reveals consistent engagement with mythological frameworks and ethical dimensions of human-animal relationships.

Publication trends from 2012-2019 show dominant focus on animal studies within Romantic literature, particularly through Blake and Wordsworth scholarship, alongside classical intersections. His work consistently explores symbolic representation, ethical frameworks, and intertextual connections between ancient and Romantic thought, with recurring emphasis on visual arts and philosophical underpinnings.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Teacher of the Year (2001)

Professor Fosso has led study abroad programs in Ireland (2017) and Scotland (2012), demonstrating commitment to experiential education. While specific research grants and graduate student lists aren't detailed in his faculty profile, his extensive publication record and teaching awards substantiate significant scholarly contributions. His ongoing office hours for Spring 2025 confirm active faculty engagement.