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Dr. Janet Black is a Professor of English and serves as Vice President of Academic Affairs at the College of Undergraduate Studies, School of Humanities and Social Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Denver, an M.A. in English from Bucknell University, and a B.A. in Religion from Eastern College.
- Ph.D., English – University of Denver
- M.A., English – Bucknell University
- B.A., Religion – Eastern College
Her research and teaching are deeply informed by her Christian faith, focusing on the intersection of religion and literature. She specializes in American and British literary traditions, particularly slave narratives, women’s roles in historical writing, and 19th- and 20th-century authors such as Harriet Jacobs, Charlotte Brontë, and Flannery O’Connor. She is also committed to pedagogical innovation in first-year composition and writing instruction.
The body of her scholarly work reflects a strong engagement with themes of identity, morality, faith, and pedagogy. Her publications span literary analysis, religious discourse, and interdisciplinary education, including collaborative work in engineering communication. This demonstrates a unique blend of humanities scholarship with practical educational applications across disciplines.
Honors and awards include:
- Founding faculty member of the Alpha Omicron Zeta chapter of Sigma Tau Delta International English Honors Society (2007)
- Faculty Community Service Award (2006)
- Frankel Fellow, Evan Frankel Foundation, East Hampton, New York
Dr. Black has actively contributed to academic leadership and mentorship, particularly in curriculum development and student writing programs. She has led initiatives in first-year English education and supported student research development. Her work in editing textbooks and presenting on writing pedagogy highlights her dedication to improving educational outcomes.
She is involved in academic communities such as the Conference on Christianity and Literature, Modern Language Association, and College Composition and Communication, contributing to national conversations on literature, faith, and teaching.
