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Minh Le serves as a Graduate Adjunct faculty member in Hamline University's Master of Fine Arts in Writing for Children & Young Adults (MFAC) program. An award-winning author and Federal early childhood policy expert, he bridges creative practice with national education policy work across multiple governmental levels.
His academic background includes a BA in psychology from Dartmouth College and an MA in education from Harvard University, forming the foundation for his interdisciplinary approach to children's literature and developmental psychology.
Le's creative scholarship centers on children's literature with emphases on picture books and graphic novels that explore identity formation, cultural representation, and Buddhist philosophy. His work consistently integrates social-emotional learning frameworks with visual storytelling techniques, examining how narrative structures shape childhood development and cross-generational understanding. Recent projects demonstrate increasing focus on biographical storytelling and culturally specific spiritual traditions for young audiences.
His publication trajectory reveals evolving thematic depth from early playful concepts to sophisticated explorations of identity and spirituality, with graphic novels now comprising nearly half his output. The consistent presence of award recognition across formats highlights his impact on children's literary arts.
Le's notable honors include:
- Eisner Award nomination for Lift
- 2019 Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature for Drawn Together
- Junior Library Guild Gold selection for Green Lantern: Legacy
As an MFAC faculty advisor, Le employs a questioning-based mentorship approach focused on unlocking students' creative potential rather than prescriptive guidance. His policy expertise informs national conversations through contributions to NPR, Huffington Post, The Horn Book, and The New York Times, while his board service with We Need Diverse Books advances systemic inclusion in children's publishing.
Le maintains active engagement with both academic and industry communities through frequent public speaking, editorial contributions, and collaborative projects that bridge children's literature with educational policy development.
