Robert Ostrom

Robert Ostrom is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the School of Arts & Sciences, New York City College of Technology (City Tech), part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system. His teaching portfolio spans developmental writing, composition, literature, and creative writing courses across undergraduate programs.

His educational background includes:

• BA in English from Allegheny College
• MFA in Poetry from Columbia University

Ostrom's research centers exclusively on Poetry, with deep engagement in contemporary American poetic forms. His creative practice emphasizes free verse, experimental structures, and lyrical expression, reflecting his dual role as scholar and practicing poet. This focus permeates both his pedagogical approach and artistic output.

Publication analysis reveals two distinct trajectories since 2008: four poetry chapbooks and a full-length collection exploring contemporary American themes, alongside the co-authored textbook "CATskills" addressing college writing pedagogy. His poetic works consistently engage experimental and modern forms, while the textbook demonstrates applied expertise in developmental writing assessment and curriculum design for CUNY students.