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Wes Folkerth is an Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of English at McGill University’s Faculty of Arts. His research focuses on early modern literature, particularly Shakespearean drama and representations of neurodiversity and intellectual disability on stage. He holds a B.A. from California State University, Chico, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from McGill University.
Education:
- B.A., Cal State University, Chico
- M.A., McGill University
- Ph.D., McGill University
Research Interests: Folkerth explores disability studies through Shakespearean characters like fools and clowns, analyzing how early modern literature engages with neurodiversity and intellectual disability. His work also examines sound in literature, pop music’s engagement with Shakespeare, and the history of theatrical performance. He bridges historical and contemporary discourses, advocating for inclusive academic practices aligned with neurodiverse perspectives.
Awards:
- Louis Dudek Award for Teaching Excellence (2003)
- Prix d’Excellence de l’Académie des Grands Montréalais (2000)
Advising & Grants: Folkerth supervises graduate students in Shakespeare Studies and early modern literature, emphasizing close reading and unconventional critical approaches. While no specific grants are listed, his work intersects with McGill’s interdisciplinary initiatives in disability studies and cultural history.
Labs/Teams: None explicitly mentioned, but his research collaborates with performance studies and disability studies networks.
