Camille Goodison

Camille Goodison is a Professor of English at the New York City College of Technology, part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system. She is a published author and literary scholar with a focus on ethnic and immigrant narratives, diasporic literature, and interdisciplinary storytelling. Her work bridges creative writing, critical theory, and pedagogy.

• Ph.D. in Literature, Binghamton University
• Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, Syracuse University (Cornelia Ward Carhart Writing Fellow)

Goodison's research spans:

• Contemporary Ethnic and Immigrant Writers: Analyzing literary voices from marginalized communities.
• World Literatures: Exploring transnational narratives and postcolonial discourses.
• Romanticism and Realism: Comparative studies in 19th-century Russian/French fiction and its influence on Latin American, Caribbean, and African American genres.
• The African Novel: Investigating themes of identity, colonialism, and orality in African literature.

Her recent publications examine:

• Black feminist perspectives in contemporary criticism.
• Workplace dynamics affecting Black women.
• Mindfulness practices during crises.
• Urban immigrant pedagogical approaches.
• Anti-bullying strategies in academic settings.

Scientific and literary honors include:

• Callaloo Creative Writing Fellowship
• Notable mention in The Best American Essays
• Cornelia Ward Carhart Writing Fellow distinction

Goodison teaches courses on storytelling in digital media, Ralph Ellison's literary legacy, and creative nonfiction/biography writing. She actively contributes to anthologies and literary magazines, while pursuing a biographical project inspired by her father.