Michael Kobre

Michael Kobre serves as the Dana Professor of English in the Department of English and Writing Studies at Queens University of Charlotte's College of Arts & Sciences, teaching modern literature, American literature, critical theory, and popular culture courses within the general education curriculum.

His academic credentials include:

• Ph.D. in English from Ohio University
• M.F.A. from the University of Iowa
• B.A. in English from Ohio University

Dr. Kobre's research centers on modern and American literary studies with specialized expertise in superhero narratives, examining recurring themes of death, rebirth, and bodily transformation in comic book genres. His scholarly work extends to political analyses of popular music and graphic novels, frequently incorporating references to Marvel superheroes and Bruce Springsteen. Publications appear in prestigious venues including Tin House, TriQuarterly, and Michigan Quarterly Review, complemented by his monograph "Walker Percy’s Voices" (University of Georgia Press, 2000).

His professional recognition includes:

• Queens Teaching Award (1994)

No information regarding graduate student supervision or research grants is provided in available materials, though his active publication record indicates ongoing scholarly engagement.