Macks Cook

Macks Cook is a Research Fellow and MFA student in Poetry at Syracuse University's Department of English, part of the College of Arts & Sciences. They co-edit the literary journal Salt Hill and are affiliated with the Creative Writing MFA Program. Their academic pursuits focus on poetry, queer studies, and literary editing.

Education: Currently pursuing an MFA in Poetry at Syracuse University.

Research Interests: As a queer poet from Houston, Texas, Macks explores themes of identity and creativity through poetry and literary curation. Their work reflects personal narratives and community engagement, with a particular emphasis on queer expression and the intersection of art and everyday life.

Awards/Grants: None explicitly listed in available texts.

Advising & Teams: Serves as co-editor of Salt Hill, a literary journal, contributing to the curation of contemporary writing. No formal advising roles or grants mentioned.