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Zack Medlin serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of English, Rhetoric and Writing and Media Communication at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, where he contributes to creative writing pedagogy and literary scholarship through innovative course design and artistic production.
His academic preparation includes:
- Ph.D. in English, specialization in Creative Writing from the University of Utah (2022)
- M.F.A./M.A. in Creative Writing and Literary Arts from the University of Alaska Fairbanks (2013)
- B.A. in English from the University of Alaska (2010)
Medlin's research centers on contemporary American poetry with particular expertise in elegiac traditions, while his creative practice spans multiple genres including horror literature, graphic narratives, and experimental forms. His interdisciplinary approach integrates critical theory with disability/madness studies, examining intersections of trauma, identity, and cultural representation through poetic and pedagogical lenses.
His distinguished contributions include:
- Clarence Snow Memorial Fellowship during doctoral studies
- Multiple Pushcart Prize nominations for published poetry
- AWP Intro Journals Award recognition
- Marystina Santiestevan First Book Prize for debut collection "Beneath All Water"
Medlin's creative works have appeared in prestigious venues including The Cincinnati Review, Colorado Review, and Iron Horse Literary Review, with selections featured on Poetry Daily. His teaching portfolio demonstrates exceptional range across creative writing modalities—from traditional poetry workshops to contemporary forms like true crime narrative and podcast production—reflecting commitment to evolving literary arts education in digital and interdisciplinary contexts.
