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Jason GrovesView profile

Associate Professor

• German Romanticism and Realism
• Jewish German Literature
• Post-Holocaust Poetry
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Jason Groves is an Associate Professor of German Studies at the University of Washington, with core faculty status in the Environmental Cultures and Values minor. Holding a PhD from Yale University (2012), he bridges German literature, memory studies, and environmental humanities through innovative research and community engagement. His work interrogates human-geological relations in 19th-20th century texts and contemporary ecological crises. PhD, Yale University (2012) Co-organizer, Colloquium on Transcultural Approaches to Europe (2019-present) Co-organizer, Cross-disciplinary Research Cluster on the Anthropocene (2016-2019) Research focuses on geology's cultural mediation through literature, Jewish-German poetics, and Anthropocene memory frameworks. His The Geological Unconscious: German Literature and the Mineral Imaginary (Fordham UP, 2020) traces lithic disruptions in romantic/modernist texts by Tieck, Goethe, Stifter, and Benjamin. Current monograph project Fugitive Relations: Remembering the Holocaust in the Anthropocene connects ecological and historical trauma, with co-edited special issue Reading Celan Today . Translation work spans academic (Sonja Neef, Werner Hamacher), community (Seattle Holocaust Center for Humanity archives), and pedagogical (service-learning modules on 'translating extinction'). Collaborations include artist collective Futurefarmers' projects on anthropogenic soils and the Simpson Center for the Humanities-funded An Anthropocene Observatory . His teaching covers ecocriticism, fairy tales, literary theory, and global German studies curricula. Co-organized Simpson Center research clusters (2016-2019) Community translation initiatives with Holocaust Center for Humanity Performance lectures at Exploratorium and Glass Box Gallery

• Spanish Literature
• Contemporary Spanish Drama
• Women's Studies
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Helen Freear-Papio is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Spanish at the College of the Holy Cross, where she teaches language, literature, and culture courses with special emphasis on contemporary drama and Federico García Lorca. Her academic journey began with a double major in Business Administration and Spanish, redirected by a transformative study abroad experience in Granada toward Spanish literary studies. Her educational background includes: Ph.D. in Spanish Literature, University of Connecticut M.A. in Spanish Literature, University of Connecticut B.A. in Business Administration and Spanish (double major) Dr. Freear-Papio's research specializes in contemporary Spanish drama by women from the 1980s to present, analyzing female agency, domestic violence, historical memory, and feminist myth reinterpretation. This focus emerged from her graduate school inquiry into the absence of women playwrights in standard curricula, leading to foundational scholarship on dramatists like Diana M. de Paco Serrano. Her work reveals how theater engages with Spain's sociopolitical landscape through innovative narrative structures and mythic reclamation. Recent publications (2019-2024) demonstrate sustained exploration of mythological archetypes (Cassandra, Electra), documentary theater techniques, and urgent social issues. She examines how playwrights transform Greek tragedies into frameworks for addressing contemporary gender violence and historical erasure, with particular attention to polyphonic narrative strategies and ethical representation of trauma. Professional recognition includes: 2016 Mary Louise Marfuggi Faculty Award for Academic Advisement As Editor of Estreno (since 2024), she leads the only U.S.-based journal dedicated to Spain's contemporary theater, fostering transatlantic scholarly dialogue. Her academic service extends to editorial boards at Spain's Universidad de Murcia and international journals, while her commitment to student development is evident through mentorship of the 'Off the Record' a cappella group and award-winning advisement. Her teaching integrates theatrical performance with textual analysis, creating dynamic learning environments that emphasize cultural expression through multiple modalities.

Ekaputra TupamahuView profile

Associate Professor

• New Testament Studies
• Pauline Studies
• Postcolonial Theory
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Ekaputra Tupamahu is an Associate Professor of New Testament and Director of Masters Programs at Portland Seminary, George Fox University. He received his PhD from Vanderbilt University in 2019 and holds additional degrees from Claremont School of Theology, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, and Sekolah Tinggi Theology Satyabhakti. His academic journey includes significant educational milestones: PhD from Vanderbilt University (2019), MA from Claremont School of Theology, MA/MDIV from Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, and BTh from Sekolah Tinggi Theology Satyabhakti. Dr. Tupamahu's research focuses on the intersection of New Testament studies with postcolonial theory, politics of language, race and ethnic theory, and global Pentecostal/Charismatic movement. His work explores how these frameworks inform early Christian contexts and contemporary interpretations of biblical texts. His monograph, Contesting Languages: Heteroglossia and the Politics of Language in the Early Church (Oxford University Press, 2022), examines language dynamics in early Christianity, while his second book manuscript explores 1 Corinthians within the T&T Clark Study Guides series. His scholarly output demonstrates a consistent focus on bridging biblical scholarship with contemporary social issues, particularly examining power dynamics, racial formation, and linguistic imperialism through biblical texts. His work often centers on Pauline literature while incorporating postcolonial and Asian American perspectives. Forum for Theological Exploration Dissertation Fellowship (2017) Louisville Institute Honorary Dissertation Fellowship (2017) Asian Theological Summer Institute Fellowship (2016) Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Teaching (2022) Dr. Tupamahu is actively engaged in academic leadership as co-chair of the Asian and Asian American Hermeneutics Unit at the Society of Biblical Literature, steering committee member for Book of Acts and Paul and Politics program units, associate editor for Currents in Biblical Research, and member of editorial boards for Political Theology and Review of Biblical Literature. He serves on the Society of Biblical Literature's Committee on Underrepresented Racial and Ethnic Minorities in the Profession (CUREMP). His scholarly influence extends globally through invited talks at institutions including Cambridge University, University of Minnesota, and Satya Wacana Christian University.

Dustin Bradley GoltzView profile

Professor

• Intercultural Communication
• Performance Studies
• Queer Theory
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Dustin Bradley Goltz is the Vincent de Paul Professor of Communication at DePaul University's College of Communication, where he teaches in the Department of Communication Studies. With a PhD from Arizona State University and an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Goltz has established himself as a leading scholar in performance studies, intercultural communication, and queer theory. His research focuses on the intersections of identity, communication, and performance, with particular attention to: Intercultural dialogue across differences Queer temporalities and aging Polarization and political communication Comedic performance and controversy Intergenerational LGBTQ relationships Goltz's scholarly work examines how communication practices construct rigid categories of "us" and "them," with research spanning from creative focus groups and media criticism to live performance. His work is deeply influenced by queer theory, critical theory, and dramatism, with a strong focus on intergenerational and intersectional tensions within the queer community. His publications reveal a consistent engagement with how media representations shape understandings of gay male aging, identity, and community. His research spans traditional academic articles, performance texts, and multimedia projects that explore difficult questions with live audiences. Goltz has received several prestigious awards for his scholarship: Randy Majors Memorial Award for Outstanding Contributions to LGBTQ Scholarship in Communication Studies (2018) Ellis-Bochner Autoethnography and Personal Narrative Research Award (2013) NCA Lilla A. Heston Award for Outstanding Scholarship in Interpretation and Performance Studies (2013) Beyond his academic work, Goltz serves as a consultant and workshop leader in dialogue training, conflict resolution, and media advocacy. His performance projects, such as "Fred Astaire's Dancing Lessons" and "Blasphemies on Forever," demonstrate his commitment to using artistic expression to address complex social issues related to queer history, aging, and intergenerational mentorship.

Gavin Mensah-CokerView profile

Associate Professor

• English as a Lingua Franca
• Language Testing
• Specific Learning Differences
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Gavin Mensah-Coker is an Associate Professor in English Language at the University of Sussex's School of Media, Arts and Humanities, where he serves as Joint Head of the Department of Language Studies. He directs teaching for the Central Foundation Year Programme and chairs the university's BlackAtSussex initiative. His external roles include External Examiner for London Metropolitan University and committee membership for the Charleston Trust's Equality, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives. His research focuses on: English as a Lingua Franca and language testing methodologies Support systems for students with Specific Learning Differences (SpLDs) Intersectional analysis of educational disparities affecting BAME students Neurodiversity disclosure patterns among international students Black intellectual history and institutional representation He leads workshops nationwide on inclusive pedagogy and international student experiences. Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on educational equity across three decades: early work (1999-2003) examined disability inclusion and social policy; contemporary research (2022-2024) addresses neurodiversity, racial equity, and decolonizing curricula. Recent outputs demonstrate strong emphasis on practical interventions for inclusive education. Awards & Honors: Richard Titmuss Prize for MSc in Social Policy and Planning (LSE) Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Level 5 Awards in Supporting Adults with Dyslexia (Dyslexia Action) He supervises graduate researchers and co-supervised a Junior Research Associate project establishing Sussex's first Black Studies library collection. Professional activities include examining for Trinity College London, Mental Health First Aid certification, and developing university-wide neurodiversity support frameworks.

Louis A PennerView profile

Researcher

• Health Psychology
• Medical Sociology
• Healthcare Disparities
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Louis A Penner serves as an Adjunct Research Scientist at the Research Center for Group Dynamics within the Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on psychosocial factors influencing healthcare quality and patient outcomes, particularly in cancer treatment contexts. His primary research examines how psychosocial variables affect reactions to life-threatening diseases, with specific emphasis on treatment-related stress among pediatric cancer patients and families. He investigates racial disparities in oncology care through analyses of physician racial attitudes, patient discrimination experiences, and nonverbal communication patterns during medical consultations. Current work explores situational and dispositional influences on healthcare quality for racial/ethnic minority patients. Recent publications (2018-2025) demonstrate consistent focus on healthcare communication disparities, with recurring themes in pediatric oncology procedures, racial concordance in physician-patient interactions, and methodological innovations like latent semantic analysis. Key journals include Patient Education and Counseling, Journal of Clinical Oncology, and Annals of Behavioral Medicine. Dr. Penner currently leads as Principal Investigator on an NCI grant studying stress in pediatric cancer families and serves as Co-PI on another NCI grant examining race-related attitudes in cancer treatment quality. His collaborative work involves researchers including Susan Eggly, Terrance Albrecht, and Felicity Harper across multiple oncology settings. He maintains active affiliation with the Research Center for Group Dynamics, contributing to interdisciplinary social science research on health behavior and communication dynamics.

Muniba SaleemView profile

Adjunct Associate Professor

• Social Psychology
• Media Effects
• Intergroup Relations
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Muniba Saleem is an Adjunct Faculty Associate at the Research Center for Group Dynamics, Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on how threatening social contexts, particularly media, influence interpersonal and intergroup conflict, with a specific emphasis on media representations of minorities and their effects on social attitudes and behaviors. Dr. Saleem's research interests span social psychology, media effects, intergroup relations, racial and ethnic identity, and social movements. Her work reveals that media depictions of minorities as violent and aggressive increase White Americans' hostile perceptions towards these groups and support for aggressive actions against them. She also examines how unfavorable media representations lead minorities to disengage from sociopolitical integration and motivate collective actions to improve their group image. Recent work explores factors that inhibit White Americans from engaging in racial dialogue and supporting social movements aimed at improving racial equality. Dr. Saleem's recent publications (2024-2025) show a continued focus on media effects on intergroup relations, with specific attention to Muslim and Arab American communities. Her work spans communication, psychology, and political science journals, demonstrating interdisciplinary approaches to understanding how media representations shape social attitudes, identity formation, and responses to discrimination. Dr. Saleem has published in prestigious journals including Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, Child Development, Aggressive Behavior, Journal of Communication, and Communication Research, reflecting the scholarly impact of her research on media effects and intergroup relations. Her research has important implications for understanding media effects on social cohesion, designing interventions to reduce prejudice, and developing strategies for constructive intergroup dialogue. Her work on Muslim American adolescents and Arab-American youth provides valuable insights into the psychological impacts of negative media portrayals on minority communities.

Sophie StowersView profile

Researcher

• UK-EU relations
• British politics
• Political parties
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Sophie Stowers serves as a Research Associate at UK in a Changing Europe, an influential research initiative based at King's College London. Her work bridges academic analysis and public discourse, focusing on the evolving dynamics of British politics within the post-Brexit context through evidence-based research and timely commentary. Her research portfolio centers on three interconnected domains: UK-EU relations examining diplomatic and economic ties after Brexit; British political parties analyzing strategic positioning and voter alignment; and public opinion dynamics tracking shifts in voter sentiment and electoral behavior. This tripartite focus enables comprehensive analysis of how political institutions adapt to changing public attitudes in contemporary Britain. As a core contributor to UK in a Changing Europe, Stowers operates within a collaborative research environment that produces high-impact publications for policymakers and media. The initiative's cross-disciplinary approach combines political science, sociology, and policy analysis to address complex questions about Britain's political trajectory, with Stowers' work particularly emphasizing electoral systems, party competition, and the practical implications of Brexit for governance.

John LunstrothView profile

Lecturer

• Bioethics
• Health Law and Policy
• Religion and Medicine
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John Lunstroth serves as a Lecturer in the Medicine & Society Minor at the University of Houston Honors College, where he teaches comparative medicine, health & human rights, and public health courses. An active Fellow with the UNESCO Chair in Bioethics & Human Rights since 2012, he participates in international collaborations analyzing religious approaches to bioethical challenges. His academic credentials include a JD from UH Law School (1982), an LLM in Health Law & Policy (2002), and an MPH from Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health. This interdisciplinary foundation supports his unique integration of legal, medical, and philosophical perspectives. Lunstroth's research pioneers religiously-informed bioethics, particularly through Hindu frameworks like karma theory, while addressing memory modification technologies, cultural diversity in medical ethics, and historical analyses of health rights. His work consistently bridges ancient philosophical traditions with contemporary healthcare dilemmas. His 2015-2021 publications reveal a cohesive scholarly trajectory examining bioethics through cultural-religious lenses, health law innovations, and human rights applications. Key themes include legislative solutions for cancer disparities, ethical implications of cognitive enhancement, and cross-cultural bioethical reasoning. Scientific recognition includes: Fellow, UNESCO Chair in Bioethics & Human Rights (2012-present) With extensive teaching experience across UH Law School (2010-2015) and Honors College (2010-2022), Lunstroth has developed specialized courses including Hindu Bioethics (2018), Ethics of AI and Health (2019), and longitudinal Health Policy instruction. His scholarly impact manifests through international bioethics collaboration rather than traditional grant-funded research or student advising.

• American Literature
• Ethnic Studies
• Indigenous Studies
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Prof. Dr. Mita Banerjee is a Professor and Chair of American Studies at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. She serves as Director of the Gutenberg Research College and co-founded the Center of Comparative Native and Indigenous Studies (CCNIS). Her research intersects literature with medicine, law, and economics, focusing on ethnic narratives, decolonization, and medical humanities. She co-leads the DFG research training group Life Sciences – Life Writing and the DFG SFB 1482 project on Successful Aging . Research Interests: Banerjee explores how cultural narratives shape national identity and resistance, emphasizing Ethnic/Indigenous Studies and Medical Humanities. Key themes include citizenship construction, biopolitics, narrative medicine, and interdisciplinary dialogues between canonical and minority representations. Publication Trends: Her recent work (2018–2019) emphasizes medical ethics and biopiracy, expanding beyond earlier literary-cultural studies on race and decolonization. Articles consistently engage with identity politics, historical reclamation, and cross-disciplinary methodologies. Awards: JGU Teaching Award (Winter 2018/19) for pedagogical excellence Affiliations & Projects: CCNIS: Fosters transnational indigenous research DFG Initiatives: Co-speaker for Life Sciences – Life Writing and Humandifferenzierung projects PLATO: Researches narrative medicine in digital learning environments

Ann M. BombergerView profile

Associate Professor

• African American Literature
• Digital Humanities
• Service-Learning
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Ann M. Bomberger serves as Associate Professor in Gannon University's English Department and Vice President of the Faculty Senate, teaching diverse courses from Writing with AI to African American literature through community-engaged pedagogy. Education PhD in English, SUNY Stony Brook (1997) BA in English, Allegheny College, cum laude (1990) Her research integrates African American literary studies with digital communication ethics, emphasizing service-learning projects that address environmental justice and medical humanities. She investigates how emerging technologies like generative AI transform writing pedagogy while maintaining focus on diversity's impact on communication across race, gender, and class lines. Community-based video production and archival research form central methodologies in her work. Publications reveal evolving scholarly trajectory from 1990s feminist literary criticism toward contemporary environmental communication and AI ethics, consistently examining race dynamics in digital spaces. Her community partnerships like GreenEriePA.org demonstrate applied scholarship connecting campus resources with civic needs. Dr. Bomberger actively mentors students through video projects documenting Erie's civil rights history and environmental assets, while leading campus AI initiatives and professional development workshops. Her service extends to Relay for Life advisory and national conference presentations on service-learning pedagogy. Notable initiatives include the GreenEriePA.org environmental communication platform, Erie-GAINS Newsletter Project applying service-learning in public relations, and intergenerational video dialogues with Villa Maria senior residents.