معرفی
Holly Painter is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of English at the University of Vermont. She holds an M.F.A. from the University of Canterbury (2009). Her expertise spans creative writing, environmental writing, New Zealand literature, and fantasy/science fiction. She teaches courses such as 'Harry Potter,' 'Climate Change in Sci-Fi and Fantasy,' and 'Australian/New Zealand Literature.'
Education:
- M.F.A., University of Canterbury, 2009
Research Interests: Dr. Painter’s work bridges environmental themes with speculative fiction, New Zealand literary traditions, and creative pedagogy. She explores climate change narratives through science fiction and fantasy frameworks, emphasizing oral and written histories in contemporary contexts.
Teaching & Engagement: She designs courses that integrate creative writing with sociocultural issues, such as 'At Work in America: Oral and Written Histories.' Her teaching philosophy emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to literature and environmental advocacy.
Professional Affiliations:
- Association of Writers & Writing Programs
- New Zealand Poetry Society
- Asia Pacific Writers & Translators
