Samantha Mabry

Samantha Mabry is a Lecturer at Southern Methodist University (SMU), returning to the Hilltop after a decade of teaching at El Centro College. She holds an M.A. in English from Boston College (2006) and graduated magna cum laude from SMU in 2003 with Departmental Distinction in English, focusing on mobs and riots in Shakespeare's Roman plays. Her teaching includes courses like Writing and Reasoning 1312/1313.

As a writer, Mabry has published three novels through Algonquin Books, including All the Wind in the World (National Book Award nominee, 2017) and Tigers, Not Daughters. Her short fiction appears in D Magazine and anthologies. Her work explores themes of narrative structure, character development, and contemporary social issues.

Award Recognition:

• National Book Award Nominee (2017)

Advising & Grants: While no formal grants or advising roles are detailed, her teaching emphasizes writing and reasoning skills. Courses reflect her commitment to fostering analytical and creative expression.

Labs/Teams: No specific research groups or labs are mentioned, though her creative writing output suggests affiliation with literary communities.