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Katherine Astbury is a Professor of French Studies at the University of Warwick , with a focus on the Revolutionary and Napoleonic periods . Her work bridges cultural productions of this era with prisoner-of-war studies , particularly examining French captives in Hampshire. She collaborates with English Heritage on projects like the Portchester Castle reinterpretation and co-produced the sound installation Les Murs Sont Témoins (2019). Currently, she works with charity SV2G St Vincent and the Grenadines Second Generation on educational materials about Caribbean revolutionaries. British Academy Small Grant (2003-04) AHRC-funded projects (2013-2017, 2016-17) Co-edited Napoleon's One Hundred Days and the Politics of Legitimacy (2018) Her research spans literary history , melodrama , and women writers of the 18th/19th centuries, with notable publications on Prévost , Beaumarchais , Marmontel , and Sade . She has supervised PhD students on topics ranging from émigré novels to prisoner theatre , including Abigail Coppins ' ongoing work on Caribbean women prisoners. Awards include the Warwick Teaching Excellence Award (2007) and Arts Faculty Public Engagement Prize (2014). Her 2012 monograph Narrative Responses to the Trauma of the French Revolution explores how writers processed revolutionary upheaval through literature.

• French Revolution
• Napoleonic Era
• Literary History
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Leslie Petty is a Professor of English and the T.K. Young Chair of English Literature at Rhodes College. She teaches courses in nineteenth and twentieth-century American literature, as well as gender and sexuality studies. Her research focuses on the intersection of first-wave feminism and American literature, with publications in journals such as Studies in the American Short Story and Legacy . Ph.D., Department of English, University of Georgia (2003) Women’s Studies Graduate Certificate, University of Georgia (2001) M.A., Department of English, Louisiana State University (1995) B.A., Emory University, English (1992) Dr. Petty’s research spans feminist theory, cultural studies, and the role of feminist activism in American fiction from 1870–1920. Her work explores themes like gender representation in Djuna Barnes’s journalism, labor dynamics in Edna Ferber’s stories, and the influence of New Woman ideals on literary realism. She has also written on transnational feminist movements, Herman Melville’s critique of bachelorhood, and the intersectional symbolism of la Malinche in Sandra Cisneros’s work. Her recent publications (2019–2020) highlight intersections of gender, politics, and literary form in American fiction. Earlier works (1995–2005) focused on autobiographical narratives, Southern women writers, and feminist critiques of canonical texts. Current projects include her book Feminism, Modern Fiction, and American Literary Culture .

• Nineteenth-Century American Literature
• Twentieth-Century American Literature
• Feminist Theory
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Michael Michaud is Professor of English at Rhode Island College, where he has taught writing courses since 2008. His pedagogical focus spans all educational levels from first-year students to faculty, emphasizing constructive writing practices and professional development. He chairs the campus Writing Board since 2012, supporting institutional writing initiatives. PhD in Composition and Rhetoric, University of New Hampshire (2007) MAT in English Education, University of Iowa (1999) BA in English, University of New Hampshire (1996) Research spans diverse areas including: writing pedagogy, WAC/WID frameworks, adult learner experiences, and Donald Murray's legacy at UNH. His memoir work explores professional identity formation through writing as a meaning-making practice. Key publication trends focus on writing process movements, curricular innovation, and intersections between personal narrative and academic writing. Collaborations with Sarah Read examine cross-institutional writing challenges and multi-major course dynamics. Contributions to journals: Teaching English in the Two-Year College, Writing on the Edge, Composition Forum Active in writing program administration and faculty development seminars

• Writing Pedagogy
• Composition Studies
• Digital Writing
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Josip Novakovich is a Professor of English at Concordia University, Montreal, specializing in fiction and nonfiction writing. He has held visiting positions at Hebrew University, Pennsylvania State University, University of Cincinnati, Bard College, and Freie Universitaet Berlin. His work explores the culture, politics, and history of the former Yugoslavia, alongside themes of language acquisition and transnational identity. University of Texas at Austin, MA in English/Creative Writing (1988) Yale University, MDiv (1982) Vassar College, BA in Psychology (1978) University of Novi Sad, School of Medicine (1975-1976) Josip's research focuses on fiction and nonfiction writing , particularly examining the cultural and political legacy of the former Yugoslavia . His narratives often blend personal experience with historical context, addressing themes of war, trauma, immigration, and linguistic identity. He has contributed to pedagogical texts like Writing Fiction Step by Step and Fiction Writer’s Workshop , emphasizing accessible teaching methods. His literary output includes 15+ books published internationally, with translations in French, Croatian, Bulgarian, and other languages. Recurring motifs include exile, memory, and the interplay between personal and collective history . Science and Technology Medical Humanities Balkan Studies Post-Colonial Theory Migration Studies Comparative Literature Black Mountain Institute Fellowship Fulbright Senior Research Fellowship Guggenheim Fellowship Whiting Writer's Award U.S. National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship Paterson Fiction Prize Finalist Pushcart Prizes Richard Margolis Prize W.K. Rose Fellowship Cohen Award Josip has received multiple fellowships and awards, including the NEA Fellowship in Fiction and a Fulbright Scholarship . He has mentored students through core faculty roles in multidisciplinary MFA programs at Bard College and Summer Literary Seminars since 1998. His teaching spans institutions like Nebraska Indian Community College, Breadloaf Writers’ Conference, and Freie Universitaet Berlin.

• Fiction Writing
• Nonfiction Writing
• Culture and Politics of the Former Yugoslavia
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Jane Springer is the James L. Ferguson Professor of Literature and Creative Writing at Hamilton College, where she has taught since 2006. Her academic work focuses on poetry, poetics, nonfiction, and Southern literature, with a current project exploring the evolution of fire through hybrid essays and poems. Educational background includes: Ph.D. in Creative Writing from Florida State University M.A. (with Distinction) from Florida State University B.A. from University of Evansville Her research examines intersections of memory, regional identity, and linguistic innovation, particularly through Southern cultural lenses. Recent publications demonstrate consistent engagement with war narratives, mythological reinterpretations, and explorations of displacement. Awards and honors received: National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship (2009-2011) Whiting Award for Poetry (2010) Pushcart Prize (2012) Best American Poetry Prize (2014) MacDowell Fellowship (2013) Beatrice Hawley and Agha Shahid Ali book prizes Academic service includes guiding students as Faculty Mentor for Modern Languages (2017-19) and Posse Mentor (2015-19), while institutional contributions feature Committee on Appointments leadership (2021-24) and Directorship of Senior Fellowships (2018-19).

• Poetry
• Poetics
• Nonfiction
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Sharon Marquart is a Professor at Gustavus Adolphus College with a joint appointment in the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures and the Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Program, where she serves as Director. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan and a B.A. from the University of Akron. Her interdisciplinary work bridges French/Francophone studies, feminist theory, and Holocaust scholarship. Her research examines ethical/political commitment in post-WWII French-speaking cultures, exploring how literature, film, and photography resist systemic oppression. Current projects analyze humanitarian engagement across Francophone regions including Haïti, Morocco, and Sénégal. Publications focus on trauma, resistance narratives, and gender, notably through Holocaust testimonies and the works of Charlotte Delbo. She received the University-wide Teaching Excellence Award at the University of Houston

• Modern and Contemporary French and Francophone Cultures
• Comparative Literature
• Film Studies
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Jasmin Darznik is an Associate Professor and Chair of both the Graduate Writing Program and the Graduate Visual and Critical Studies Program at the California College of the Arts (CCA). She holds a Ph.D. in English from Princeton University, a J.D. from the University of California, San Francisco, and an MFA in Fiction from Bennington College. Her academic and creative work centers on literature, historical fiction, and narratives of women and diaspora. Her research interests include creative writing, historical and biographical fiction, women’s studies, Iranian diaspora experiences, and literary nonfiction. She is particularly known for reclaiming lost or suppressed stories of women, especially those from Iran and immigrant backgrounds, and for exploring the intersections of art, identity, and memory. While no peer-reviewed academic articles are listed, her literary publications form a significant body of work that engages with historical and cultural themes. Her novels and memoir have been widely recognized and translated into multiple languages. Darznik has received numerous prestigious awards and fellowships, including the Writer’s Center First Novel Prize, fellowships from Yaddo and the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts, the Steinbeck Fellowship, and the Barbara Deming Memorial Fund Grant. She is a New York Times bestselling author and her works have been selected as Editor’s Choices and Best Books by major publications. She is actively involved in teaching and mentoring in graduate writing programs and has no indication of retirement or part-time status. There is no information provided about her advising specific students or leading formal research labs or teams, but her leadership as a program chair underscores her institutional impact.

• Creative Writing
• Historical Fiction
• Memoir
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Nancy DeCesare is a Professor of Human Services at Chestnut Hill College, Philadelphia, PA, where she teaches across a wide range of social work and human services courses. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Social Work from New York University's Silver School of Social Work, along with advanced degrees in social work and public administration. Ph.D., Clinical Social Work, New York University M.S., Public Administration, New York University M.S.W., Marywood University B.S.W., Marywood University Her research and practice focus on trauma, veterans' mental health, foster care, street children, and grief counseling. She integrates clinical expertise with policy and leadership, emphasizing strengths-based and culturally sensitive approaches. Her work particularly highlights the needs of marginalized youth and military families. The publications and presentations reflect a strong trend in clinical social work, trauma intervention, and advocacy for underserved populations. Topics span veteran PTSD, military sexual trauma, foster care attachment, and cross-cultural grief. Her work consistently bridges academic research with community-based practice. Her scientific honors include: National Jefferson Award for Public Service Excellence Award from U.S. Army: Army One Source Leaders and Legends Award for advocacy for women veterans Healthy Caregiver Community Foundation Humanitarian Award Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work Nancy DeCesare has served as a grant writer, author, and board member for organizations including Marywood University, Friends of the Poor, and the Governor’s Advisory Board for People with Disabilities. She has advised students through fieldwork and capstone courses, though specific names are not listed. Her leadership as former Executive Director of Boys Hope Girls Hope of New York underscores her commitment to youth development and nonprofit management. She is actively involved in multiple professional organizations, including the National Association of Social Workers and the Academy of Certified Social Workers, and is licensed in both New York and Pennsylvania. Her interdisciplinary team collaborations include work with the Soldiers Project PA, Pennsylvania Military and Family Behavioral Health Coalition, and various academic conferences.

• Clinical Social Work
• Trauma and PTSD
• Veterans' Mental Health
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Jessica Kehinde Ngo is an Associate Professor in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Otis College of Art and Design, teaching writing, food memoir, and food media courses since Fall 2009. Her work bridges creative nonfiction with food studies, focusing on cultural identity through personal narrative and food symbolism. Her academic credentials include: Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Creative Writing from Pepperdine University Master of Professional Writing (MPW) in Creative Nonfiction from University of Southern California (USC) Ngo's research examines food as a cultural anchor, particularly plantain in Nigerian diaspora contexts, alongside twinship, intercultural/interracial relationships, and grief processing. She employs memoir to dissect identity formation through culinary practices, emphasizing how food rituals connect generations and navigate loss. Her approach combines literary craft with anthropological insight into daily food experiences. Recent publications (2020-2024) reveal consistent thematic focus: plantain as heritage symbol, food justice in BIPOC communities, and pandemic-era shifts in food media. She frequently publishes in Epicurious, TASTE, and James Beard Foundation outlets, blending personal narrative with cultural critique across 15+ venues including The New York Times and Harvard Review Online. Notable honors include: Legacy Network Advisee, James Beard Foundation (2022-2023) Food Writing Award Winner, International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP, 2023) Teaching Excellence Award, Otis College of Art and Design (2017) Ngo mentors undergraduate students in creative writing and food media while securing significant internal research funding. Her grant history demonstrates sustained scholarly engagement: Otis Faculty Development Grants (Spring 2018, Spring 2019, Spring 2023) Otis Assessment, Research, and Scholarship (OARS) Grants (Fall 2015, Fall 2017)

• Creative Nonfiction
• Food Studies
• Memoir Writing
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Carole K. Harris is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the New York City College of Technology (CUNY). She holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from Yale University and has previously taught at Yale University, Bennington College, Rutgers University, the University of California at Irvine, and Hofstra University. Education: B.A. in French Literature, Duke University (1984) Ph.D. in Comparative Literature, Yale University (1993) Her research spans French and American literature, focusing on Gustave Flaubert, Flannery O’Connor, and theories of the cliché and humor. She explores intersections of literature with the Civil Rights era, photography, and memoir writing. Her recent publications examine ethical dimensions in O’Connor’s and Baldwin’s works, while her creative projects include a photography exhibit documenting O’Connor’s Milledgeville. Key article trends include: postmodern critiques of Southern literary traditions, ethical and existential themes in cross-cultural dialogues, and interdisciplinary approaches combining textual analysis with visual narratives. Notable Publications: Language, Class, and Social Power: Teaching Flannery O’Connor and Junot Díaz at City Tech (2019) James Baldwin, Flannery O'Connor, and the Ethics of Anguish (2012) She has also contributed to creative writing and photography through exhibits at venues like the Ursula C. Schwerin Library and Starbucks in Brooklyn (2008-2009).

• French and American nineteenth- and twentieth-century literature
• Gustave Flaubert
• Flannery O’Connor
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Garrett Hongo is a Professor in the Creative Writing Program at the University of Oregon , within the College of Arts and Sciences . A seminal figure in Asian American literature, Hongo is celebrated for his poetry and memoirs that explore identity, diaspora, and cultural hybridity. His work is deeply informed by his upbringing in Hawai‘i and Los Angeles, and his literary voice bridges multiple traditions—from Hawaiian pidgin and Japanese heritage to African American blues and Western literary forms. Hongo’s research and creative interests span Modern and Contemporary Poetry, Asian American Literature, Diasporic Literatures, Critical Theory, Creative Nonfiction , and the intersections of music and poetry . His writing is characterized by lyrical precision, historical depth, and a commitment to personal and collective memory. He often draws from plantation histories, urban landscapes, and philosophical meditation to craft works of enduring resonance. His literary output includes seminal poetry collections such as Yellow Light (1982), The River of Heaven (Lamont Poetry Prize, Pulitzer finalist), and Coral Road (2011), as well as the acclaimed memoirs Volcano: A Memoir of Hawai‘i (Oregon Book Award winner) and The Perfect Sound (2022). His recent publications in The New Yorker , including “An Ocean of Clouds” (2025) and “On Emptiness,” reflect a continued engagement with themes of solitude, loss, and the natural world. These works demonstrate a poetic evolution toward meditative and philosophical reflection, often grounded in specific landscapes like the Mediterranean or Hawaiian volcanoes. Hongo has received numerous accolades, including: Guggenheim Fellowship National Endowment for the Arts Fellowship Rockefeller Foundation Fellowship Aiken Taylor Award for Modern American Poetry (2022) Lamont Poetry Prize Finalist, Pulitzer Prize in Poetry Oregon Book Award for Nonfiction He has mentored and been influenced by literary figures such as C.K. Williams, Quincy Troupe, and Ishmael Reed, and his critical writings engage deeply with literary theory, Emersonian transcendentalism, and global poetic traditions. While no formal advising list is provided, his role as a professor suggests ongoing mentorship of emerging writers. Hongo has not been associated with formal research grants in the scientific sense, but his fellowships represent significant support for his creative and scholarly work. Though not affiliated with a formal lab or research team, Hongo’s intellectual community includes fellow poets, memoirists, and scholars in creative writing and ethnic studies. His work continues to shape conversations around race, language, and artistic authenticity in American literature.

• Modern and Contemporary Poetry
• Asian American Literature
• Diasporic Literatures
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Baņuta Nora Rubess is an Assistant Professor in the Teaching Stream at the University of Toronto's Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies. A pioneering figure in feminist theatre, she co-founded Nightwood Theatre and directed innovative productions like the immersive refugee-themed Escape from Troy and a cappella opera Sweat . Her career spans theatre, opera, and academic research, with a focus on verbatim theatre, site-specific works, and post-Soviet cultural transitions. PhD, University of Oxford BA (Hons.), Queen’s University Her research explores intersections of historical trauma and performance, Latvian theatre reform post-1991, and experimental forms like a cappella opera and immersive storytelling. Recent publications include reflections on Latvian media and cultural identity. The 2020 book The Search for Alternatives in Latvian Theatre and 2019 memoir Moonwalk reveal her scholarly focus on post-Soviet artistic evolution, verbatim methods, and autobiographical dramaturgy. Her 2024 works continue this legacy through ecocritical and historical lenses. Rhodes Scholarship Rubess has collaborated with major institutions including Theatre Direct, Tapestry New Opera Works, and Theatre Passe Muraille. Her practice integrates performance, pedagogy, and political commentary, exemplified by the beach-based Escape from Troy highlighting refugee experiences.

• Theatre Studies
• Performance Research
• Feminist Theatre
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Professor Timothy Baker is Personal Chair in Scottish and Contemporary Literature at the School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture, University of Aberdeen. He holds a PhD in English Literature from the University of Edinburgh and has been a faculty member at Aberdeen since 2009, following a postdoctoral fellowship at the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities. He is an active researcher, supervisor, and educator, with a strong focus on contemporary literary studies. His educational background includes: AB in Cognitive Science, Vassar College (1999) PhD in English Literature, University of Edinburgh (2007) Timothy Baker's research spans Scottish and contemporary literature, with special emphasis on environmental humanities, queer theory, and theories of community. His work explores the intersections of literature with ecological crisis, animal studies, grief, memory, and identity. He is particularly interested in experimental forms of environmental writing and the representation of time, space, and belonging in modern fiction. His recent publications reveal a strong trend toward interdisciplinary scholarship, blending literary analysis with ecocriticism, posthumanism, and affect theory. Themes such as gleaning, fragmentation, beachcombing, and queer temporality reflect his innovative approach to textual and environmental materiality. His research increasingly engages with the blue humanities and utopian thought, signaling a forward-looking trajectory in contemporary literary studies. He has authored five major books and numerous articles and chapters, contributing significantly to the fields of Scottish literature, ecocriticism, and queer studies. Though no formal scientific awards are listed, his sustained scholarly output and editorial projects (such as co-editing The Routledge Companion to Scottish Literature ) demonstrate high recognition in the academic community. Professor Baker actively supervises PhD students, with completed and ongoing projects in ecofeminism, autism in literature, literary animal studies, and contemporary Gothic fiction. He welcomes new research students in related areas, particularly those working on experimental forms, environmental writing, and queer theory. He has also contributed to teaching through courses such as 'Queer Times', 'Haunted Texts', and 'The Novel: Environments and Encounters'. He is involved in external academic service, serving as a board member for the Scottish Universities International Summer School and as an external examiner for the University of Edinburgh. His office is located in Taylor B14, and he can be contacted via email at t.c.baker@abdn.ac.uk .

• Scottish Literature
• Contemporary Literature
• Environmental Humanities
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Dr. J. van Gessel is a researcher affiliated with the Faculty of Arts at the University of Groningen. His expertise spans Musicology, Cultural Studies, and Humanities with a focus on music history and cultural politics. He holds roles in the Media, Cultural Industries & Society sector within the Faculty Board. Research interests include 19th-century music history, cultural reception of composers like Bach and Shostakovich, and interdisciplinary studies linking music to broader social and political contexts. His work explores topics such as religious music in post-secular society, financing of cultural institutions, and the intersection of music with historical narratives. Recent publications highlight analysis of Dutch musical performances of Bach's sacred works (2024), financial mechanisms in Strasbourg opera (2023), and visualization of Schubert songs in film (2021). His research often bridges musicology with cultural theory, social history, and economic history. No scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided materials. He advises no documented students, and no grants are mentioned. His work is centered within the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts, contributing to both academic publishing and institutional governance roles.

• Music
• Cultural Studies
• Humanities
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Eva-Sabine Zehelein is a Professor at the Faculty of Humanities and Cultural Studies, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main. Her research spans American literature, gender and sexuality studies, medical humanities, and intermediality. She has organized international conferences like 'Family Ecologies' (2022) and contributed to edited volumes on family narratives and media politics. Fields of Interest: American literature, gender studies, medical humanities, environmental humanities, intermediality Professional Affiliations: DGfA, EAAS, ASA, Bavarian American Academy, German Association for Canadian Studies, Fulbright Alumni Her recent work focuses on reproductive justice, transnational surrogacy, and the intersection of science with narrative. She guest-edited journals and delivered lectures on topics from Afrofuturism to Black History Month themes. Her publications include monographs on science drama and contributions to discussions on Emily Dickinson, Toni Morrison, and John Updike.

• American Literature
• Gender and Sexuality Studies
• Medical Humanities
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