Matthew Wickman

Matthew Wickman is a Professor of English at Brigham Young University, affiliated with the Public Humanities program. He holds a position in the Department of English within the College of Humanities. His research focuses on therapeutic criticism, spiritual experience in literature, and the intersection of art and cultural studies. Wickman has contributed to scholarly discourse through articles in Humanities magazine and interviews with notable scholars on platforms like Thinking Aloud radio. His work explores themes such as religious identity, diversity in academia, and the role of media in interpreting mythological narratives.

Key contributions include analyzing the interplay between faith and scholarship in The Puzzle of the Empty Tomb (2017) and examining diversity challenges in higher education. He has engaged with contemporary thinkers on topics ranging from art theory to the impact of computational methods on literary history. Wickman’s presentations at BYU Education Week emphasize lifelong learning and the connection between literature and spiritual growth.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. His advising and team involvement remain unspecified, though his affiliations suggest collaboration within the Public Humanities community. His writing often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, offering insights into how literature reflects and shapes cultural values.