Blas Falconer

Blas Falconer is a Professor of Poetry at San Diego State University, where he contributes to the academic and creative literary community. His work spans poetry, editing, and literary mentorship, with national recognition through publications and awards.

His research and creative interests focus on poetry and creative writing, with particular engagement in themes of identity, especially within the Latin@ experience, as seen in his co-edited collection The Other Latin@: Writing Against a Singular Identity. His work also explores the relationship between mentor and poet, reflected in Mentor and Muse: Essays from Poets to Poets.

Blas Falconer has received several prestigious honors, including:

• NEA Fellowship
• Maureen Egen Writers Exchange
• Tennessee Individual Artist Grant

He serves as a poetry editor for The Los Angeles Review and Mentor and Muse (online), contributing to the curation and promotion of contemporary poetry. Though no formal advisees are listed, his editorial and mentorship roles suggest an active commitment to nurturing emerging poets.