Michael Denning

Michael Denning is the William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of American Studies and Professor of English and Ethnicity, Race, & Migration at Yale University. He is a prominent scholar in cultural studies, focusing on globalization, labor movements, and Marxist theory.

• Email: michael.denning@yale.edu
• Office: HQ 326
• Phone: 203-432-2267

His research explores intersections of culture, politics, and history, particularly in 20th-century contexts. Key works include analyses of vernacular music, literature, and working-class culture.

Current projects involve the Working Group on Globalization and Culture, where he coordinates interdisciplinary discussions. His courses address themes like global capitalism, recording vernacular musics, and Marxism’s influence on social movements.