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Martin Klammer is a Professor of English at Luther College, where he teaches courses on the American novel, South African literature, and Walt Whitman. His research focuses on intersections of race, colonialism, and literature, particularly through his co-authored memoir of Blanche LaGuma, an anti-apartheid activist. He has led J-term programs in South Africa since 1998, emphasizing service learning and post-apartheid societal transformation.
- Ph.D., English, University of Iowa (1991)
- M.A., English, University of Iowa (1989)
- M.A., Religion, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (1990)
- B.A., Honors English, University of Oregon (1980)
Research interests include South African literature’s role in historical memory, postcolonial identity, and the legacy of apartheid. His work In the Dark With My Dress on Fire documents Blanche La Guma’s life as an underground activist and midwife, offering insights into resistance movements and familial resilience under oppressive regimes.
Teaching highlights include African-American Literature, American Novel, and Africana Women’s Writing. He integrates global perspectives through courses like New Hope Summer Camp, South Africa, combining service learning with vocation exploration in a post-apartheid context.
