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Holly Jackson is Associate Professor in the Department of English and Chair of the American Studies Department at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where she teaches in the College of Liberal Arts. Her scholarship bridges academic and public audiences, focusing on 19th-century American literature, cultural history, protest movements, and radical thought.
Research Interests: Her work explores the intersections of American literature with social movements, including abolitionism, women's rights, queer activism, and utopian communities. She examines how literature reflects and shapes ideas about family, nation, race, and sexuality in 19th-century America. Her research is deeply interdisciplinary, drawing from African American studies, queer theory, and cultural studies.
Publications and Trends: Her recent publications show a strong focus on recovering radical traditions in American history, especially through public-facing writing in outlets like The New York Times and Washington Post. Her books American Blood and American Radicals highlight how literature and activism intersected in shaping national identity and dissenting politics.
Scientific Awards:
- Massachusetts Book Awards, Non-fiction Honoree (2019)
- Smithsonian Magazine, Ten Best History Books of the Year (2019)
- Norman Foerster Prize (2015)
- Nineteenth-Century Studies Association Article Prize (2008)
Advising and Grants: While no specific students are listed, her leadership in organizing symposia and delivering invited talks suggests active mentorship and academic service. She has participated in Mellon-funded initiatives and co-organized events such as the 'Early Black Utopias' symposium, indicating engagement with collaborative and funded research projects.
Labs and Teams: She has been involved in interdisciplinary academic communities, including the Mahindra Humanities Center at Harvard, the McNeil Center for Early American Studies, and the C19: Society of Nineteenth-Century Americanists. Her collaborations reflect a strong commitment to public humanities and cross-institutional scholarly exchange.
