Irina Reyn

Irina Reyn is a Professor of English at the University of Pittsburgh, affiliated with the Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences. She holds additional roles in Jewish Studies and the Pittsburgh Contemporary Writers Series. Her research focuses on immigrant narratives, cultural identity, and modern adaptations of classic literature. She has authored three novels and an anthology about New Jersey, with works appearing in journals like Ploughshares and Los Angeles Times Book Review. Notable awards include the Goldberg Prize for Fiction and residencies at Hedgebrook and VCCA. Reyn’s academic writing intersects with her creative output, exploring themes of diaspora, gender, and cultural hybridity. She teaches courses on literature and contemporary writing at the University of Pittsburgh.

• Education: No formal academic degrees listed, though her creative works and academic position imply advanced credentials.

Her creative research emphasizes immigrant experiences and cultural adaptation, with a focus on Russian-Jewish communities in America. Recent works like The Imperial Wife blend historical and contemporary narratives to examine power dynamics across centuries. She frequently collaborates with literary institutions and participates in writing conferences.

Awards & Recognition: Fellowship at Sewanee Writers Conference, Residency at Ledig House, Goldberg Prize for Fiction (for Mother Country).

Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advisee names listed, but her role as a faculty member suggests graduate student mentorship in creative writing programs. She contributes to the University’s writing centers and literary initiatives.

Labs/Teams: Associated with the Pittsburgh Contemporary Writers Series and the Department of English’s creative writing program.