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Sheila T. Cavanagh is a Professor of English at Emory University, directing both the World Shakespeare Project and the Emory Women Writers Resource Project. She holds advanced degrees including a PhD from Brown University and an MA in Public History from Georgia State University. Her work bridges early modern literature, pedagogy, and culinary history, with notable exhibitions like the 2023-25 'Gratifications of the Palate' at Dr. Johnson’s House in London. She has held prestigious fellowships such as the Global Shakespeare Centre/Fulbright Distinguished Chair and the Masse-Martin/NEH Distinguished Teaching Chair.
Her research interests include multisensory approaches to Shakespeare, early modern food cultures, and innovative pedagogical strategies. Recent publications explore Shakespeare’s global reception, culinary symbolism, and educational outreach through public exhibits. Awards highlight her teaching excellence and contributions to Shakespeare studies.
She has led initiatives like Emory’s Year of Shakespeare and contributed to projects merging academic research with public engagement. Her academic leadership includes directing specialized research centers focused on women writers and Shakespearean studies.
