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Daniel Walden is an Assistant Professor in the Honors College at The University of Tulsa. He holds a Ph.D. in Classical Studies from the University of Michigan (2021) and an A.B. from Columbia University. His academic work bridges classical philology, comparative poetics, and queer reception studies.
Education:
- Ph.D., University of Michigan — Dissertation: To Sing the Deeds of Men: Epithet and Identity in Homeric Epic
- A.B., Columbia University
His research focuses on ancient Greek literature, particularly Homeric and Hesiodic poetry, with additional interests in Roman law and the linguistic traditions of the Indo-European family. He explores how poetic formulas shape character identity and how classical texts are reinterpreted within modern cultural contexts, especially among gay communities.
While no recent publications are listed in the provided text, his current book project investigates characterization in the Homeric poems through the lens of formulaic epithets, suggesting a strong engagement with both literary theory and philological analysis.
He has previously served as a lecturer in classical studies at the University of Michigan before joining The University of Tulsa. His interdisciplinary approach integrates literary analysis, historical linguistics, and political philosophy.
Research and Teaching Highlights:
- Specialization in Archaic Greek poetry and Homeric epic
- Interest in the intersection of classical antiquity and LGBTQ+ identity
- Expertise in Indo-European comparative poetics and liturgical language
- Teaching and mentorship within an honors liberal arts framework
Though no specific advising, grants, or awards are mentioned, his trajectory reflects a commitment to innovative, humanistic scholarship at the undergraduate level.
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