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Dr. Holly Spofford-McReynolds is an Assistant Professor of English at Colorado Christian University, affiliated with the College of Undergraduate Studies and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. She joined the faculty in 2022, bringing expertise in Victorian poetry, religion, and ecological themes in literature.
Educational Background:
- Ph.D. in English Literature (emphasis: Religion and Literature), Baylor University
- B.A. in English, Grove City College
Her research centers on Victorian poetry, exploring intersections between religion, ecology, and literary expression. She has a particular interest in how literature engages with suffering, grief, and the sacred in both human and nonhuman realms. Her teaching philosophy is deeply rooted in Christian liberal arts education, shaped by her undergraduate experience and further developed through her postdoctoral work.
Her recent scholarly output shows a consistent focus on 19th-century British literature, especially the works of Gerard Manley Hopkins, Christina Rossetti, and Alfred Tennyson. Themes of apocalyptic care, geographies of suffering, and spiritual ecologies recur across her publications and presentations.
Scientific Awards:
- Outstanding Graduate Instructor Award
- Most Impactful Educator Award
Dr. Spofford-McReynolds has demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentorship, highlighted by innovative pedagogical practices such as leading students into archival research at the Armstrong Browning Library. While no formal grant information is provided, her active conference participation and publication record suggest ongoing scholarly engagement and potential research support. She has presented at major Victorian studies conferences across North America.
She was involved in academic teams and seminars focused on Victorian Religious Ecologies and British Women Writers, indicating collaborative research interests and participation in scholarly communities.
