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Patrik MehrensView profile

Associate Professor

• Rhetoric
• Literary Studies
• Film Studies
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Patrik Mehrens serves as an Associate Professor at Uppsala University's Department of Literature and Rhetoric and as an Educational Developer within the University Administration's Division for Quality Enhancement. His dual roles bridge academic scholarship and pedagogical innovation, focusing on rhetoric, literary studies, and higher education development. His research spans Rhetoric , Literary Studies , and Film Studies , with particular emphasis on narrative theory, discourse analysis, and pandemic-era communication. Recent work explores ritual elements in social drama ( Borgfreden , 2023), Heideggerian philosophy ( Heidegger's "Fork" , 2022), and the rhetorization of food in political discourse (2011). His scholarship consistently examines how language shapes cultural and institutional practices. Analysis of his publications reveals a trajectory from classical rhetoric (2003-2006) toward contemporary discourse analysis (2020-2024), with growing attention to crisis communication during the pandemic. His work integrates Scandinavian literary traditions with international theoretical frameworks, demonstrating strong interdisciplinary engagement across humanities and social sciences. Mehrens actively contributes to pedagogical development through projects on liberal arts education and quality enhancement in Swedish higher education. His 2006 report Learning from Liberal Arts Education and 2010 presentation Excellence in Teaching highlight his commitment to curriculum innovation.

• Classical Studies
• Late Antiquity
• Latin Literature
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Professor Roger Green is an Honorary Professorial Research Fellow in Classics at the University of Glasgow. His research focuses on Late Antique Latin literature, particularly the works of Ausonius, Juvencus, and other Late Roman authors. He is recognized for his expertise in Patristic texts, Christian epic poetry, and textual criticism of classical and early Christian works. Green has published extensively on topics such as the intersection of classical and Christian literary traditions, the reinterpretation of biblical narratives in Latin verse (e.g., Juvencus' Evangeliorum Libri), and the cultural contexts of late antique poets like Ausonius. His work often involves critical editions of texts, such as his edition of Augustine's De Doctrina Christiana (1995) and The Works of Ausonius (1991). His research frequently engages with themes of textual exegesis, genre hybridization, and the transmission of classical learning into Christian contexts. He has explored the reception of classical poetry in medieval and Renaissance contexts, including studies of George Buchanan's psalm paraphrases and Carolingian pastoral texts. His contributions span scholarly monographs, edited volumes, and articles in leading journals such as Classical Quarterly and Renaissance Studies. Green's academic career reflects a deep engagement with Latin literature from antiquity through the Renaissance, emphasizing methodologies of textual analysis, historical context, and intertextual relationships.

David SternView profile

Professor

• Classical and Modern Hebrew Literature
• History of Biblical Interpretation
• Ancient and Medieval Judaism
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David Stern is the Harry Starr Professor of Classical and Modern Jewish and Hebrew Literature at Harvard University’s Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations , with a secondary appointment in Comparative Literature . Previously, he taught at the University of Pennsylvania and held visiting positions at institutions including the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Princeton University. He joined Harvard in 2015 and served as Director of the Center for Jewish Studies until 2023. Education: B.A. in 1972 from Columbia College; Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from Harvard University (1980). Research Interests: Stern’s work focuses on Jewish literary creativity across historical contexts, particularly Classical Rabbinic and Medieval Hebrew literature Biblical interpretation (midrash) Intersection of contemporary literary theory with ancient texts History of the Jewish book as material object Teaching: Courses include seminars on primary sources like Midrash and Talmud, comparative studies of Jewish and Christian biblical exegesis, and interdisciplinary courses such as “Catastrophe and Continuity in Jewish Literature” and “The Binding of Isaac” . He also teaches a freshman seminar using Harvard’s Houghton Library to explore the history of the book. Key Awards: Harvard Society of Fellows Junior Fellowship Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Guggenheim Foundation Grant Publications: Over 10 major works, including The Jewish Bible: A Material History (2017) and Jewish Literary Cultures II (2019). He has curated exhibitions like Chosen: Philadelphia’s Great Hebraica (2011) and produced educational videos on Jewish textual history.

• Early-Modern Intellectual Culture
• Renaissance Humanism
• Neo-Latin Studies
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Jason Harris is a Lecturer in Early-Modern History at the School of History, University College Cork (UCC), and serves as Director of the Centre for Neo-Latin Studies. He has been a core academic staff member since 2006 and holds a Ph.D. in History from Trinity College Dublin. His academic work bridges the disciplines of history, classics, and linguistics, with a strong focus on Latin as a medium of intellectual exchange during the Renaissance. Primary Degree: English/Drama, Trinity College Dublin Ph.D.: History, Trinity College Dublin (focus: Abraham Ortelius and humanist networks) His research centers on early-modern intellectual culture, particularly the use and style of Latin in Ireland and northern Europe between 1400 and 1750. He employs linguistic, stylistic, and anthropological methods to analyze Neo-Latin texts, examining how Latin functioned in religious, scholarly, and political contexts. His interests include Renaissance humanism, the Republic of Letters, Irish Neo-Latin writers, and the pedagogy of spoken Latin. He is currently writing a monograph on humanist Latin style and preparing critical editions of historical texts. His recent scholarly contributions reflect a strong trend in Neo-Latin textual analysis, Renaissance pedagogy, and the cultural significance of Latin in early-modern Europe. His work often explores stylistic nuances, manuscript traditions, and the interplay between Latin and vernacular languages, demonstrating a deep engagement with both philological rigor and cultural history. Scientific Awards and Honors: Principal Investigator, Third Tongue Project (Irish Research Council, 2012) Principal Investigator, Irish Writers Project (UCC Strategic Research Fund, 2012) Principal Investigator, Historia Project (Irish Manuscripts Commission, 2011) Principal Investigator, Ad Fontes Project (IRCHSS, 2009) Jason Harris has supervised numerous postgraduate students in areas such as Irish Neo-Latin literature, Renaissance historiography, and classical reception. He has been actively involved in grant-funded research projects and has contributed to academic governance through roles on the School of History Research Committee and CACSSS committees. He also leads the Spoken Latin Summer School (Schola Latina), promoting immersive Latin education. He is affiliated with the Centre for Neo-Latin Studies at UCC, where he directs collaborative research initiatives including the Ad Fontes, Historia, and Third Tongue projects. These efforts involve interdisciplinary teams focused on recovering and interpreting Latin texts from early-modern Ireland and beyond.

Alison CalhounView profile

Associate Professor

• Early Modern French Literature
• Theatre History
• Opera and Dance History
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Alison Calhoun is an Associate Professor of French and Italian and Adjunct Associate Professor of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance at Indiana University Bloomington. She serves as Director of Graduate Studies for French/Francophone Studies. Her research focuses on Early Modern French Literature and Drama, with expertise in Montaigne Studies, Theatre History, Opera/Dance History, and the History of Emotions. She holds a Ph.D. (2009) and B.A. (2002) in French and Voice from Johns Hopkins University. Her scholarship explores intersections between literature, performance, and material culture. Key works include Montaigne and the Lives of the Philosophers (2015) and a forthcoming book on Technologies of the Passions on the French Baroque Stage , examining how stage machinery influenced emotional expression in early modern drama. Awards include the Trustees Teaching Award (2015-16) and fellowships from ACLS and the Wenner-Gren Foundation. Dr. Calhoun teaches courses on French literature, drama, and interdisciplinary studies, including Early Modern French Drama and the Arts and French Literature and Music . Her research highlights how early modern scientific and technological innovations shaped artistic and emotional expression.

Lydia K. BarryView profile

Assistant Professor

• Ancient Greek Philosophy
• Platonic Dialogues
• Philosophy of Eros
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Lydia K. Barry is an Assistant Professor in the Philosophy/Theology Department at an institution in Erie, Pennsylvania, specializing in ancient Greek philosophy with emphasis on Platonic dialogues and intersections of philosophy, rhetoric, and poetry. Her research critically examines relativistic sophistry's threat to democratic values and philosophical inquiry. Educational background includes: Ph.D. in Philosophy, Boston College (2023), Dissertation: "A Lacuna in the Self: Foresight & Forgetting in Plato's Protagoras" B.A. Liberal Arts (Philosophy concentration), Sarah Lawrence College (2015) Barry's research spans Ancient Greek Philosophy, Platonic Dialogues, and Philosophy of Eros, with innovative work connecting Sappho's poetry to Platonic metaphysics of eros. She challenges linear interpretations of philosophical ascent through dramatic/literary elements of dialogues, while actively engaging Feminist Philosophy, History of Philosophy, and Philosophy of Art & Literature. Her publications reveal evolving focus from democratic theory in early works (2021-2024) toward erotic philosophy and Sappho-Plato dialogues in recent/future work, demonstrating interdisciplinary synthesis across political philosophy, gender studies, and classical reception. Key recognitions: Review of Metaphysics Dissertation Contest Winner (2024) Donald J. White Teaching Excellence Award, Boston College (2022, 2020) Endowed Martin Family Fellowship for service (2020) Barry teaches History of Ancient Philosophy, Feminist Philosophies, Women in Western Philosophy, and Philosophy & The Good Life while maintaining active membership in the Ancient Philosophy Society, History of Philosophy Society, Society for Ancient Greek Philosophy, and Society for Phenomenology & Existential Philosophy.

Dale SmithView profile

Professor

• Poetry and poetics
• Rhetorical theory and criticism
• Creative writing
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Dale Smith serves as Professor and Undergraduate Program Director in the Department of English at Toronto Metropolitan University. His academic research investigates how poetry and performance shape public culture, with particular focus on rhetorical strategies and poetic form in American literary traditions. Education PhD, University of Texas at Austin Research Focus : Smith's work bridges creative practice and critical theory , examining poetry's role in civic discourse through lenses of rhetorical theory , poetics , and American literary history . His scholarship consistently explores how poetic forms generate cultural values, particularly in post-1960 dissent movements and public sphere interventions. Current investigations extend to contemporary poets' engagement with HIV/AIDS discourse and social justice. Publication Trends : Recent scholarship (2017-2025) reveals sustained focus on Black Mountain poets (Olson, Duncan), Beat Generation figures, and contemporary innovators like Norma Cole. His work increasingly analyzes poetry's intersection with public health crises and civic action, while maintaining parallel creative output in poetry collections that embody his theoretical frameworks. Teaching & Mentorship : Smith directs undergraduate curriculum while teaching graduate/undergraduate courses in creative writing, poetry/poetics, rhetorical theory, and literary non-fiction. As Program Director, he oversees academic advising for English majors and shapes pedagogical approaches to literary studies.

Ritamaria BucciarelliView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Natural Language Processing
• Computational Linguistics
• Digital Humanities
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Ritamaria Bucciarelli is an Adjunct Professor at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Department of Comparative Linguistic and Cultural Studies (DSLCC) and the Research Institute for Digital and Cultural Heritage. She holds a PhD in Language Sciences (2008) and multiple advanced degrees in Literature, Pedagogy, and Natural Sciences. Her research focuses on Natural Language Processing (NLP), Digital Intelligence, and computational linguistics, with projects involving quantum physics applications and digital text analysis. She has taught Italian linguistics and language courses internationally, including at the University of Pisa and LUISS Guido Carli. Her work includes developing tools like Acro Word and Type Race for automated text generation and translation. Awards include the ESB Level 3 English certification with Distinction (2019) and recognition as top-performing in an online teaching course (2002). She has led research teams in Italy and France, collaborating on projects such as sentiment analysis and digital text cloud workshops. Bucciarelli also served as a MIUR inspector for secondary schools and has extensive experience in blended learning and e-learning platform management.

Ravi SharmaView profile

Professor

• Ancient Philosophy
• Metaphysics
• Pre-Socratic Philosophy
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Ravi Sharma is a Professor and Department Chair of Philosophy at Clark University. He holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy from The University of Texas at Austin (2001), specializing in Ancient Philosophy. His teaching spans ancient philosophy, metaphysics, early modern philosophy, and themes in 19th-20th century thought. His research focuses on Socratic literature, Plato and Xenophon's portrayals of Socrates, Pre-Socratic thought, and Greek philosophical traditions. Recent publications analyze Socratic ethics in Xenophon’s Memorabilia, dialectical methods in Plato’s dialogues, and Aristotle’s critiques of Platonic forms. Sharma’s work bridges textual analysis with philosophical inquiry, emphasizing themes like justice, virtue, causality, and moral psychology. His articles critically engage with classical texts, offering fresh interpretations of Socratic pedagogy, Platonic metaphysics, and Aristotelian critiques. He maintains an active academic presence through publications and peer-reviewed contributions to journals like Classical Quarterly , Ancient Philosophy , and Australasian Philosophical Review . His research interests reflect a deep engagement with the evolution of Western philosophical thought, particularly in antiquity. Sharma’s interdisciplinary approach integrates historical context with contemporary philosophical debates, making significant contributions to classical philosophy studies.

• History of Christian-Islamic Relations
• Medieval Studies
• Classical Philology
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Reinhold Glei is a Professor of Latin Philology at the Department of Classical Philology, Faculty of Philology, Ruhr University Bochum. He holds the Chair of Latin Philology and is actively involved in research projects such as the Collaborative Research Centre (SFB) 1475 'Metaphors of Religion' as Principal Investigator. His work focuses on the history of Christian-Islamic relations in the Middle Ages and Early Modern Period, with a particular emphasis on textual criticism, metaphor analysis, and interreligious dialogue. Education: His academic training includes extensive studies in classical philology, medieval literature, and religious studies, culminating in his current professorial role. Research interests span the analysis of metaphors in religious texts, the reception of classical texts in medieval and early modern contexts, and the interplay between Latin literature and religious discourse. He has published extensively on topics such as Latin translations of the Qur'an, the works of Theodore Abu Qurra, and the literary techniques in neo-Latin drama. His recent publications include studies on metaphor theory, editions of medieval and early modern texts, and analyses of interreligious dialogues. He has also contributed to collaborative research projects such as the 'Doctrina Machumet' and serves on editorial boards for journals like Bochumer philosophisches Jahrbuch für Antike und Mittelalter . Grants and affiliations include leadership roles in the Käte Hamburger Kolleg 'Dynamics in the History of Religions' and the CERES Research Department. His work bridges classical philology with religious studies, emphasizing the role of language and metaphor in shaping intellectual history.

• Classical Arabic Literature
• Arabic Language
• Middle Eastern Studies
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Bertrand Loïc is a Lecturer in Arabic Studies at the Institut National des Langues et Civilisations Orientales (INALCO) , specializing in Classical Arabic literature and language. He coordinates the Arabic language initiation diploma and serves as Tutoring Coordinator for beginner Arabic courses. His research focuses on: Classical Arabic literature Arabic language philology Medieval Middle Eastern literary traditions Poetic theory and rhetoric Cultural transmission in Islamicate societies His recent publications explore: Pre-Islamic poetry (al-Ǧāhiliyya) and its critical frameworks Rhetorical devices in ʿAbd al-Qāhir al-Ǧurǧānī's works Interpretative strategies in Arabic literary anthologies Historical linguistics of classical Arabic Manuscript culture in the Middle East Comparative analysis of Arabic poetic traditions Bertrand is affiliated with the CERMOM research team (Centre de Recherche sur le Monde Arabe et Islamique) and actively contributes to academic project management in Arabic studies.

Michael B. CoverView profile

Associate Professor

• New Testament Studies
• Early Judaism
• Pauline Epistles
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Dr. Michael B. Cover is an Associate Professor in the Theology Department at Marquette University, holding the Henri de Lubac Chair in Theology (2022–2025). His research focuses on New Testament and early Judaism, with emphasis on Pauline letters, Philo of Alexandria, and their reception in early Christianity. He is a priest in the Episcopal Church and a participant in the Anglican-Roman Catholic Ecumenical Dialogue (ARC-USA). Education : A.B. in Classics, Harvard University; M.St. in Greek Language and Literature, University of Oxford; M.Div., Yale Divinity School; Dipl. in Anglican Studies, Berkeley Divinity School; Ph.D. in Judaism and Christianity in Antiquity, University of Notre Dame. Prof. Cover’s research explores echoes of classical tragedy and comedy in the New Testament, Jewish wisdom traditions in Hellenistic contexts, and the philosophical dimensions of Philo’s allegorical commentaries. His current project is a Brill Commentary Series book on Philo’s De mutatione nominum . His recent academic contributions focus on Philo’s engagement with Hellenistic philosophy, textual criticism of Philo’s works, and comparative studies of divine names in early Christian and Alexandrian Jewish thought. Publications span journals like Harvard Theological Review and Journal of Biblical Literature . Scientific Awards : Lilly Postdoctoral Fellow in the Humanities Paul J. Achtemeier Award for New Testament Scholarship (2016) Supported by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (2018–2019, WWU Münster), he teaches courses ranging from biblical exegesis to classical philosophy’s influence on Christian martyrdom traditions. Office hours: Spring 2025 – MTu 2:00–3:30.

Matthew HunterView profile

Associate Professor

• Early Modern Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Drama
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Matthew Hunter is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Texas Tech University, specializing in Early Modern Literature, particularly sixteenth and seventeenth-century drama. He teaches courses on Shakespeare, early modern drama, British literary history, and literary/social theory. His research centers on intersections between social life and aesthetic form, with core interests in: Early Modern Drama and Shakespearean Tragedy Linguistic Creativity and Stylistic Innovation Performance Theory and Social Theory Ordinary Language Philosophy Anthropological Metapragmatics Aesthetics and Literary Criticism History His publication trajectory reveals sustained focus on language, publicity, and sociability in early modern England. Key monographs include The Pursuit of Style in Early Modern Drama (2022) and the Norton Critical Edition of Doctor Faustus (2023), while his 14 most recent articles (2016-2024) demonstrate methodological range across journals like ELH , Representations , and English Literary Renaissance , consistently examining how discourse shapes social identity in theatrical contexts.

Dov Yehuda WeissView profile

Associate Professor

• Hebrew Bible
• Second Temple Judaism
• Rabbinic Theology
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Roles & Affiliations: Associate Professor in the Department of Religion, and affiliated with the Programs in Medieval Studies, Classics, and Center for South Asian and Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Holder of the Conrad Humanities Scholar title (2021–2026). Education: Ph.D. (with distinction) in History of Judaism from the University of Chicago Divinity School (2011), M.A. in Modern Jewish History (Yeshiva University, 1999), and B.A. in Political Science (Yeshiva University, 1995). Research Interests: Weiss specializes in rabbinic theology, biblical interpretation, and medieval Jewish thought. His work bridges classical Jewish texts with broader religious and intellectual histories, focusing on themes like divine confrontation, afterlife concepts, and inter-religious polemics. His award-winning book Pious Irreverence redefined scholarly understanding of rabbinic-Jewish theological dynamics. Publications & Awards: Recipient of the National Jewish Book Award (2017), NEH grants, and fellowships from Harvard and the University of Chicago. His recent work explores medieval Jewish mysticism, Cyril of Alexandria’s critiques of Jewish thought, and midrashic narrative techniques. Teaching: Instructs courses on world religions, Jewish intellectual history, rabbinic midrash, and interfaith encounters. Courses include REL 120: History of Judaism and REL 418: Afterlife in Ancient Judaism .

Andrew MitchellView profile

Research Professor

• Continental Philosophy
• Nietzsche Studies
• Heidegger Studies
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Andrew Mitchell is a Winship Distinguished Research Professor in the Department of Comparative Literature at Emory University. His academic focus centers on 19th and 20th Century Continental Philosophy, particularly the works of Nietzsche and Heidegger, alongside German Romanticism and the philosophy of literature. He has authored and co-edited influential texts such as The Fourfold: Reading the Late Heidegger and Heidegger Among the Sculptors . Mitchell has also produced significant translations of Heidegger’s works, including Hegel's 'Philosophy of Right' . His research bridges philosophical inquiry with aesthetic and literary analysis, addressing themes like technology, temporality, and existential crisis. Mitchell holds an office in 320 Bowden Hall and can be reached via email at amitch5@emory.edu. Education: Not explicitly listed in provided text His research interests prominently feature Heidegger’s later thought, exploring concepts like the fourfold, dwelling, and the interplay between art and philosophy. He also engages with James Joyce’s literary works, analyzing their philosophical dimensions. Recent publications (2023) address topics like 'the event of things' and the philosophical implications of mortality. Mitchell’s work critically examines Heidegger’s controversial anti-Semitic remarks in his notebooks, offering nuanced interpretations. His publications span over three decades, with notable contributions to understanding Heidegger’s engagement with sculpture, botany, and modernity. Mitchell’s interdisciplinary approach connects literary texts with existential philosophy, exemplified in studies of Finnegans Wake and Romantic-era botanical thought.