Sandra Lee Kleppe

Sandra Lee Kleppe is Professor of English-Language Literature in the English Department at the University of Inland Norway, affiliated with the Faculty of Teacher Education and Pedagogy. Based at the Hamar campus in room 2C262-3, she conducts research at the intersection of literature, education, and environmental concerns.

Her primary research focuses include:

• English Literature and Poetry Studies
• Climate Crisis and Literary Responses
• Sustainability in Educational Contexts
• Literary Pedagogy across Lifespan
• Ekphrasis and Intermediality in American Poetry

Professor Kleppe currently leads the significant research project "Literature, Teacher Education and the Climate Crisis," which develops frameworks for climate-ready classrooms using literary tools. Her work bridges environmental concerns with educational practice through literature, addressing how literary approaches can help educators and students navigate climate challenges.

Her publications demonstrate a scholarly trajectory from specialized literary analysis toward broader applications addressing global challenges. Recent works focus on poetry's role in sustainability education and climate crisis response, reflecting her commitment to applying literary studies to contemporary societal issues.

Professor Kleppe is actively involved with the "Literature and Literacy" research group at the university, contributing to collaborative scholarly efforts that connect literary studies with practical educational applications.