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Bette Kirschstein is an Associate Professor in the Department of English, Writing & Cultural Studies at Pace University's Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, where she also serves as Senior Associate Dean. She is based on both the Westchester and NYC campuses, with offices in Choate House (Room 253) and 41 Park Row (Room 1605). Her academic career is deeply rooted in English literature and writing instruction.
- BA in English, Cornell University
- MA in English, Columbia University
- PhD in English, University of Delaware
Her research interests span a wide range of literary fields, with particular emphasis on children's and young adult literature, fairy tales from medieval to modern interpretations, Victorian literature, and American women writers. She has taught foundational courses in composition and critical writing, as well as advanced seminars on authors such as Jane Austen, the Brontës, and F. Scott Fitzgerald, reflecting a strong commitment to literary depth and cultural context in education.
Bette Kirschstein has been recognized for her service and scholarship, receiving multiple awards including the Dyson Distinguished Service Award and support from the National Endowment for the Humanities. These honors highlight her contributions to both academic leadership and literary scholarship.
She has advised and mentored students through independent studies and internships, and while specific grant funding is not detailed, her NEH fellowship underscores external recognition of her scholarly work. She is actively involved in professional service, including membership in the Children's Literature Association and Sigma Tau Delta, the English honor society.
Though no formal publications are listed beyond a presentation on 'Best Practices,' her curriculum development and seminar leadership suggest ongoing engagement with pedagogical innovation and literary analysis. She plays a significant role in shaping the English program at Pace University through both teaching and administrative leadership.
