Timothy Maguder

Timothy Maguder is an Instructor of English at Louisiana State University (LSU) within the College of Humanities & Social Sciences, serving since Fall 2021. He holds an MFA in Writing from Columbia University (2017), preceded by a career as an interdisciplinary artist and curator in the fine arts. His teaching integrates art, media, and literature, emphasizing visual analysis and critical engagement with controversial topics in history, fiction, and current events.

**Education**:

• MFA in Writing, Columbia University, 2017

**Research & Teaching Focus**: Courses like *Sculpting the Argument*, *The Art of Biographical Cinema*, *Excavating Evil*, and *Unpacking the Auteur* blend interdisciplinary approaches to foster independent thought and rigorous research into opposing viewpoints. His creative work includes poetry, sports writing, and multimedia installations showcased at venues like Art Basel Miami and New Paris Gothic.

**Service**: Active on LSU’s Faculty Advocacy and Grade Appeal Committees.