About
Kyle Bladow is an Associate Professor of Native American Studies and holds the AD and Mary Elizabeth Anderson Hulings Distinguished Chair in the Humanities at Northland College. His academic background includes a PhD in English—Literature & Environment from the University of Nevada, Reno, an MA in English—Literature & Creative Writing, and a BA in English, both from Northern Michigan University.
Bladow's research focuses on ecocriticism, examining how literature and culture shape connections to land, water, and environmental justice. He explores Indigenous knowledge systems, material ecocriticism, queer ecology, and sustainable foodways, particularly in the Great Lakes region. His work emphasizes grassroots activism and artistic depictions of the environment to foster solidarity among diverse groups.
As an educator, Bladow prioritizes student engagement beyond the classroom, encouraging projects that lead to publications or public presentations. He teaches courses in Native American and Indigenous studies, Nature and Culture, and Humanities, emphasizing literature's role in imagining sustainable futures.
Bladow is actively involved with Northland's Indigenous Cultures Center, collaborating to develop and redesign curricula. His personal interests include outdoor activities, yoga, cooking, and fermenting seasonal vegetables, which align with his scholarly focus on sustainable practices.
