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Philip Christman is a Lecturer in the English Department at the University of Michigan, where he teaches writing and maintains regular office hours in Angell Hall and the MCSP Office in West Quad. He holds an MA in English Literature from Marquette University and an MFA in fiction writing from University of South Carolina-Columbia.
- MA in English Literature, Marquette University
- MFA in Fiction Writing, University of South Carolina-Columbia
Christman's research focuses on Creative Writing, Essay Writing, Fiction, Prison Literature, and American Midwest Studies. His work explores literary expression within correctional facilities through his editorship of the Michigan Review of Prisoner Creative Writing, while his book Midwest Futures (2020) examines regional identity and cultural dynamics of the American Midwest. His writing often engages with middlebrow culture, contemporary literary trends, and the intersection of place and identity.
His publications span literary criticism, cultural analysis, and creative nonfiction, appearing in The Hedgehog Review, Vox, The Christian Century, The Chronicle of Higher Education, and Commonweal. Christman's work demonstrates consistent engagement with American cultural landscapes, literary innovation, and social commentary, particularly through his New Books column for Plough Quarterly and his ongoing essay collection.
As editor of the Michigan Review of Prisoner Creative Writing, Christman contributes to amplifying marginalized voices and supporting creative expression within correctional facilities. His previous role as Writing Coordinator at MURAP demonstrates commitment to preparing underrepresented students for graduate studies.
Christman maintains an active scholarly presence through his WordPress blog and Substack, sharing his literary commentary and engaging with contemporary writing trends. His work with the Michigan Community Scholars Program reflects his dedication to community-oriented educational initiatives at the University of Michigan.
