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Farid Matuk is a Professor and Program Director of the MFA in Creative Writing, with research and creative interests in poetry & poetics, world literature, Black study, and feminist pedagogy. He is actively engaged in literary translation and interdisciplinary book-arts projects.
His research focuses on experimental and socially engaged poetry, with a strong emphasis on translation, particularly from Spanish, and collaborative visual-literary works. His creative scholarship bridges literary form with critical themes of identity, diaspora, and cultural memory.
The recent publications and projects reflect a trajectory centered on innovative poetic forms, cross-cultural dialogue, and the materiality of the book. His work spans traditional poetry collections, translated literature, and multimedia collaborations, indicating a deeply interdisciplinary and globally informed practice.
Scientific Awards:
- Anna Rabinowitz Prize (2023), Poetry Society of America
- USA Fellowship (2024), United States Artists
- Holloway Lectureship in the Practice of Poetry, University of California, Berkeley
- Residency, Headlands Center for the Arts
Matuk has held visiting lectureships and artist residencies, contributing to academic and artistic communities nationally. While specific student advisees are not listed, his role as Program Director suggests significant mentorship and leadership in graduate creative writing education. His work has been supported by major fellowships and institutional residencies, underscoring his national recognition in the literary field.
He collaborates with visual artists, as seen in the Redolent project, indicating engagement with interdisciplinary labs or artistic collectives, though no formal lab structure is specified in the text.
