Sten Carlson

Sten Carlson is a Teaching Professor in the Writing Program at the University of Pittsburgh’s Department of English, affiliated with the Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences. He specializes in creative writing, poetry, and professional writing for undergraduate students. His academic contributions emphasize pedagogical innovation and the intersection of literature with societal issues, particularly climate resilience.

His research interests include experimental poetry forms, collaborative writing, and addressing ecological challenges through educational frameworks. He is currently developing a nonfiction book, The New School Garden: Teaching Resilience and Regeneration in an Age of Climate Crisis, which explores educational strategies for environmental crises.

Carlson’s publications span poetry chapbooks like Lives of the Czars (co-authored with Robin Clarke) and works from BONFIRE Books. His poems and criticism appear in journals such as The Columbia Review, Whiskey and Fox, and The Denver Quarterly, reflecting themes of modern cultural critique and interdisciplinary narrative approaches.

• Scientific Awards: University Faculty Awards

Though no formal advisees or grants are listed, his role in the Writing Program highlights a commitment to student mentorship. He collaborates with institutional resources like the William S. Dietrich II Institute for Writing Excellence and the Center for African American Poetry and Poetics, furthering literary advocacy and educational initiatives.