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Nicholas Sloboda is a Professor of English at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. He previously taught at McGill University and the University of Alabama. His research focuses on avant-garde and multi-ethnic American literature, modern and contemporary American literature, and the intersection of literature with visual arts, postcolonial, and postmodern studies.
Education:
- Ph.D. in English, McGill University, 1996
- M.A. in Comparative Literature, McGill University, 1991
- B.A. in English, University of Alberta, 1988
Research Interests:
Sloboda’s academic work explores avant-garde literature, multi-ethnic American narratives, and the interplay between literary and visual arts. His scholarship also delves into postcolonial and postmodern literary traditions, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary analysis and contemporary cultural critique.
Professional Contributions:
Actively involved in academic governance, Sloboda has served as department chair for 12 years and holds key roles in UW-System faculty representation. He chairs the UW-System faculty representatives and participates in taskforces addressing governance and curriculum. His leadership extends to initiatives like Undergraduate Research, Global Studies, and the Institute for Global Studies at the system level.
Awards and Honors: None listed.
Teaching and Mentorship: While specific student advisees are not detailed, Sloboda teaches courses on multi-ethnic American literature, modern poetry, and key American modernists like Hemingway, Crane, Anderson, and O’Connor. He has also contributed to professional development through the Wisconsin Teaching Fellows and Scholars Program.
