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Zahra Shahمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Cross-cultural consumer research
• Influencer marketing
• Strategic digital communications
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Zahra Shah is a Lecturer in Marketing at the Sheffield University Management School, part of the University of Sheffield. She holds a PhD and MSc in Marketing, and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Her research focuses on cross-cultural consumer behavior, influencer marketing for societal good, and digital communication strategies for health and sustainability. Zahra's work bridges disciplines through collaborations with engineering, neurology, and women's health experts. Qualifications: PhD in Marketing and Psychology (Sheffield), MSc with Distinction in Marketing Management Practice (Sheffield) Her research has been published in journals like International Marketing Review and Journal of Business Research , and she has organized special issues on influencer marketing ethics. Zahra teaches marketing modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, emphasizing practical application of research insights. She leads the Behavioural Research for Inclusivity, Sustainability and Technological Transformation (BRISTT) research group, exploring innovative solutions to global challenges.

Yafrainy Familiaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• 20th-21st Century Caribbean Arts & Cultures
• Afro-diasporic and Latinx Studies
• Black and Brown Feminist Geographies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yafrainy Familia is a PhD Candidate and Researcher at the University of Virginia, affiliated with the Department of Spanish, Italian and Portuguese. She holds a Solidarity Fellowship in the Diaspora Solidarities Lab and is an Interdisciplinary Doctoral Fellow in Caribbean Literatures, Arts, and Cultures. Her research bridges visual, literary, and spatial analysis with community-engaged practices, focusing on Caribbean art, gender, and spatial politics. Education: Ph.D. in Spanish (2025), University of Virginia M.A. in Spanish (2022), University of Virginia Graduate Certificate in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies M.A. in Creative Writing (2016), Pompeu Fabra University B.S. in Psychology (2015), Carlos Albizu University A.S. in Social Sciences (2013), Essex County College Research Interests: Familia’s work examines how Caribbean women and queer artists reimagine spatial freedom through visual art, photography, and oral histories. Her dissertation, "Sites of Freedom: Caribbean Art, Gender and the Politics of Space," deconstructs colonial cartographies and explores radical geographic imaginaries. She centers Black and brown feminist geographies, decolonial theory, and visual culture studies. Grants & Awards: Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Higher Learning Grant (2023–present) Dean’s Diversity Doctoral Fellowship (2020–present) Del Greco Annual Essay Prize (2021) B.S. in Psychology Distinguished Student Medal (2015) Teaching & Service: Familia has taught courses on Spanish language and culture at UVA since 2021. She co-chaired panels on transnational feminisms and serves on UVA’s Graduate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Her professional development includes workshops on op-ed writing and teaching pedagogy.

A. Kendra Greeneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Creative Writing
• Literature and Culture
• Environmental Studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

A. Kendra Greene is a Visiting Writer and Teaching Professor specializing in creative nonfiction, book arts, and museum studies. She holds an MFA in Nonfiction Writing from the University of Iowa and has held residencies at the Dallas Museum of Art and Nasher Sculpture Center. Her work bridges literary arts and visual culture, focusing on themes of collections, cultural preservation, and environmental narratives. Key affiliations include: Harvard University Library Innovation Lab Fellow Former Writer in Residence at Dallas Museum of Art Visiting Artist at Nasher Sculpture Center Research interests span creative writing pedagogy, book history, and interdisciplinary projects combining text and visual media. Notable awards include the CLMP Firecracker Award and Best American Essays recognition. She teaches creative nonfiction courses at the University of Texas at Dallas and University of Iceland, emphasizing experimental forms and community-engaged writing. Her publications explore intersections between literature and material culture, including The Museum of Whales You Will Never See (Penguin, 2020) which blends travel writing with ecological critique. Recent essays appear in The Guardian , Wall Street Journal , and Atlas Obscura , examining topics from Icelandic museum practices to global book preservation efforts.

Matthew Ritgerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• 16th century English literature
• 17th century English literature
• Political thought in literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthew Ritger is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English and Creative Writing at Dartmouth College. He specializes in 16th and 17th century English literature, with research examining connections between literature and political ideas, particularly regarding early modern prisons. He holds a PhD from Princeton University, MFA from Cornell University, and BA from Dartmouth College. His book project 'Houses of Correction' analyzes how writers like Shakespeare and Milton engaged with England's workhouse institutions and their societal impacts. He teaches courses on Shakespeare, poetry, early modern sexuality, and carceral studies.

Mehak F Khanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• South Asian literature
• Game studies
• Gender and Sexuality
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Mehak F Khan is an Assistant Professor of Global Anglophone Literature at the University of Notre Dame's Department of English, affiliated with Gender Studies and the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies. She holds a Ph.D. from UC Berkeley (2023) and a B.A. from NYU (2014). Her research focuses on South Asian literature, game studies, and queer/postcolonial theories, with a signature project exploring 'ajeeb aesthetics'—a framework integrating affect, queer, and aesthetic theories to analyze strangeness in contemporary Pakistani culture. Education: Ph.D. in English with Critical Theory emphasis from UC Berkeley (2023); B.A. in English and Game Design from NYU (2014). Research emphasizes transnational narratives, untranslatable concepts, and digital cultural forms. Current projects examine state failure through game logics and speculative fiction editing via Tasavvur magazine. Awards include UC Berkeley's Dissertation Completion Fellowship and Simpson Fellowship. Teaching spans global literature, gender studies, and creative writing. Recent courses include Feeling Strange: Gender, Sexuality and the Global South and Quarter Century Crisis: The Global Novel Today .

Sally Ballمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Creative Writing
• Poetry
• American Literature
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Sally Ball is a Professor of English and Director of Creative Writing at Arizona State University (ASU), with additional roles as Senior Global Futures Scientist and Instructor at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Her work bridges poetry, environmental advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Ball’s research focuses on contemporary American literature, creative writing pedagogy, and the intersection of ecological crisis with artistic expression. She has published three poetry collections: Hold Sway (2018), Wreck Me (2010), and Annus Mirabilis (2005, winner of the Barrow Street Press Poetry Prize). Her poetry explores themes of climate anxiety, human resilience, and societal critique, often collaborating with visual artists like Jan Vičar on projects like the HOLD exhibition series (2015–2018). Awards: Arizona Commission on the Arts Fellowship, Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference Fellowship, and multiple residency grants. Teaching: Leads ASU’s MFA Program for Creative Writing and oversees student internships with Four Way Books. Collaborations: Partnered with Jan Vičar on multimedia projects addressing environmental themes, exhibited globally. Ball’s work has appeared in Harvard Review , The American Poetry Review , and Yale Review , alongside international exhibitions. She advocates for poetry’s role in confronting ecological and social challenges through both academic and artistic platforms.

• Creative Writing - Fiction
• Creative Writing - Poetry
• Rhetoric and Composition
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Laura Cruser is an Instructor in the Department of English at Arizona State University (ASU). She holds an M.F.A. in Creative Writing (Poetry) from ASU (2005) and a B.A. in English from the University of North Carolina-Greensboro (1998), with additional study abroad at Deakin University in Australia. Her expertise spans Creative Writing (Fiction/Poetry) and Rhetoric and Composition. Cruser’s work integrates a deep connection to the natural world, reflected in her writing and teaching. She teaches composition, fiction, and business writing at ASU, and has extensive experience teaching K-12 students via grants from the Arizona Commission on the Arts and ASU’s Young Writers Program. Formerly the poetry editor for Hayden's Ferry Review, she also maintains roles as a farmer and artist. Her research interests emphasize creative writing pedagogy and environmental narratives. Though no specific articles are listed, her creative work has appeared in journals like Arts & Letters and The Greensboro Review.

Steven Matthewsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modernism
• Modern and Contemporary Poetries
• Samuel Beckett Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Steven Matthews is a leading scholar in English Literature (Modernism) at the University of Reading's Department of English Literature, part of the School of Humanities. His research focuses on modernism's evolution, modern and contemporary poetries, and figures like Samuel Beckett, Ezra Pound, and T.S. Eliot. He teaches courses on Modernism, Beckett, American literature, and modern poetry. He has supervised PhD students on topics including Samuel Beckett, contemporary American fiction, and post-colonial poetry. Matthews is a series editor for Contexts in Literature and Sourcebooks for Literature, and contributes to editorial boards for Modernism-related academic presses. His creative work includes poetry collections like On magnetism and Skying .

Will Schrimshawمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Electronic Music
• Sound Synthesis
• Ambient Aesthetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Will Schrimshaw is a Lecturer in Popular Music Technology and Composition at the University of Sheffield, directing the University of Sheffield Sound Studios. His work bridges creative practice and critical writing, focusing on electronic music, sound synthesis, and sound’s role in contemporary art. He holds a Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). Research Interests: Exploratory electronic music and ambient aesthetics Sound in contemporary art, including environmental and art-science collaborations Sound installations and spatial sound practices Philosophical inquiries into sound and its non-cochlear dimensions Key Themes in Publications: His articles and books explore sound’s immanence, immersion, and its relationship to space, affect, and philosophy. Recent works analyze Maryanne Amacher’s psychedelic soundscapes and critique sonic epistemology through Deleuzian frameworks. Awards: Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2021) Professional Activities: Commissions and exhibitions with major institutions like FACT Liverpool, Tuned City, and Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Technical consultant for arts organizations and festivals. Previously taught at Newcastle University and Edge Hill University. Labs/Teams: Directs University of Sheffield Sound Studios, a hub for experimental music and sound art production.

Felice Blakeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• African American Literature
• Cultural Studies
• Black Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Felice Blake is an Associate Professor in the English Department at the University of California, Santa Barbara. Her research focuses on twentieth-century African American literature, African American studies, and critical analyses of gender and sexuality. She holds a PhD from the University of California, Santa Cruz (2008) and an MA from the University of Oslo (1999). Her work explores intersections of race, gender, and culture, with notable publications in journals like SOULS and African American Review . She received the Distinguished Teaching Award (2016-17) and has contributed to volumes such as Antiracism Inc. and Black Sexual Economies . Blake co-leads initiatives like the UC-HBCU Creative Work of Critical Writing project and participates in the Abolition Reading Group. She teaches courses on African American literature, comparative ethnic literatures, and third-world feminisms.

Jon D. Rossiniمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Latine Theatre and Performance
• Latinx Theatre
• Puerto Rican Diasporic Drama
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Jon D. Rossini is a Professor in the Department of Theatre and Dance and the Graduate Group in Performance Studies at the University of California, Davis. He is also an affiliate of CAMPSSAH and has held leadership roles including Chair of his department and Graduate Group, as well as various Academic Senate positions. His work bridges scholarship, creative practice, and pedagogy in theatre and performance. Research Interests: His primary research focuses on Latine and Latinx theatre, Puerto Rican diasporic drama, race and ethnicity in performance, dramaturgy, playwriting, and experimental critical writing. He explores the intersections of performance, historiography, identity politics, and embodied writing practices. His recent publications and creative works reflect a sustained engagement with diasporic identities, performative writing, and political theatre. The articles span critical analysis of Latino theatre history, pedagogical frameworks, and innovative performance forms, indicating a strong commitment to both scholarly and artistic innovation. Scientific Awards and Honors: Amy and Eric Burger Theater Essay Contest (2001) UC MEXUS Faculty Grant Davis Humanities Institute Fellowship Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Visiting Fellowship Beta Kappa Northern California Association Teaching Excellence Award Advising and Grants: While specific advisees are not listed, Rossini has mentored UC Davis undergraduates in national theatre projects such as 365 Days/Plays and Every 28 Hours . He has secured competitive grants including from UC MEXUS and the Davis Humanities Institute, and served on national grant panels like the Wallace Foundation Planning Grant through the Latinx Theatre Commons. Labs and Creative Teams: He founded the Performance/Theory Lab: A Series of Serious 22 22-Minute Events and has collaborated extensively with choreographer David Grenke on dance-theatre productions such as In the Space Provided and Low Flying Planes , demonstrating a sustained interdisciplinary artistic practice.

Jennifer Sinorمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Creative Nonfiction
• Creative Writing
• Writing Pedagogy
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Jennifer Sinor is a Professor of English at Utah State University, where she has taught since 2000. She serves as Chair of the Creative Writing Emphasis and Director of Graduate Studies, playing a key leadership role in both undergraduate and graduate creative writing programs. Her research and teaching focus on creative nonfiction, with specializations in non-linear forms, braided essays, flash nonfiction, and speculative nonfiction. She uniquely integrates yoga and somatic practices into writing pedagogy, emphasizing embodied creativity and mindfulness. This approach is central to her book The Yogic Writer: Uniting Breath, Body, and Page , which offers craft guidance through meditative and physical practices. Her recent publications span top literary journals such as The Writer's Chronicle , The Normal School , and Creative Nonfiction . These works explore themes of identity, desire, trauma, and ethical storytelling, often blending lyrical reflection with experimental form. Collectively, her articles reflect a deep engagement with the inner life of the writer and the emotional truth of personal narrative. Selected Honors: Stipend in American Modernism National Magazine Award nomination Inclusion in Best American Essays 2024 Work featured in The Norton Reader Jennifer advises graduate students in creative writing and leads curriculum development as Director of Graduate Studies. She has secured recognition and visibility for her program through her own nationally published work and editorial presence. While specific grant details are not listed, her sustained publication record and inclusion in major anthologies suggest strong scholarly impact and support. She is also a certified yoga instructor and actively incorporates mindfulness into her teaching. Though no formal lab or research team is mentioned, her pedagogical model represents an interdisciplinary approach that unites writing, embodiment, and contemplative practice.

Mattia Boscainoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Creative Industries
• Value Co-creation
• Digital Creativity
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr Mattia Boscaino is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Management at the University of Birmingham's Birmingham Business School. His research and teaching focus on creative industries, digital creativity, and value co-creation in the arts, with a special interest in street art and digital communities. PhD in Management, University of Birmingham (2022) MA in Innovation and Organisation of Culture and the Arts, University of Bologna (2012) BSc in Economia e Gestione dei Servizi Turistici, Università degli Studi del Sannio (2010) Dr Boscaino's research explores the intersection of management, sociology, and art through qualitative methodologies. His work investigates how value is co-created in creative communities, particularly in digital and street art contexts. He has developed frameworks for studying the street art world and examines the dynamics of digital co-creation. His recent publications show a strong trend in interdisciplinary research combining management theory with cultural studies and digital innovation, particularly focusing on how digital platforms and community interactions shape artistic value and creativity. Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (HEA), 2018 Dr Boscaino teaches modules including Management Education and Learning, Organisational Behaviour, The Future of Work, and Managing Equality and Diversity. He supervises postgraduate taught students and is actively expanding his research publications. He has also been involved in organizing the European LGBTQI* and inclusive rugby tournament as committee secretary, demonstrating engagement beyond academia. He is actively contributing to research conferences and publications in creativity and street art, and has been invited to write book chapters on Artificial Intelligence and Street Art.

Darlene R. Taylorمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Creative Writing
• Fiction
• Black Cultural Narratives
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Darlene R. Taylor is a Lecturer in the Department of English at Howard University’s College of Arts & Sciences, where she serves as a Master Instructor and co-faculty advisor to the Sterling A. Brown English Society. Her interdisciplinary work bridges creative writing, visual art, and public history. Education: BA, American University MFA, Stonecoast, University of Southern Maine Her research and creative interests center on reclaiming silenced narratives in Black life through fiction and mixed media collage. She explores historical archives, cultural memory, and social justice, emphasizing literary citizenship and community engagement. Her work is deeply rooted in African American literary traditions and interdisciplinary art practices. The recent publications and creative works reflect a strong thematic focus on Black identity, intergenerational memory, and narrative reclamation. Her contributions span literary journals, anthologies, and visual art exhibitions, demonstrating a consistent engagement with cultural heritage and artistic innovation. Scientific and Creative Awards: Creative Fellowship, American Antiquarian Society Creative Fellowship, D.C. Commission on Arts & Humanities Creative Fellowship, Virginia Center for Creative Arts Creative Fellowship, Community of Writers Creative Fellowship, Kweli Creative Fellowship, Callaloo Creative Fellowship, Kimbilio Aminah Robinson Writer in Residence, Columbus Museum of Art Taylor actively mentors students through the Sterling A. Brown English Society and contributes to writing initiatives such as the Writing for Social Justice Initiative at Stonecoast. She has no formal grants listed, but her fellowships and residencies support her creative and scholarly work. She promotes literary citizenship through community organizations and libraries, extending her impact beyond the university. Her visual and literary works have been featured in solo exhibitions at the Columbus Museum of Art (2022) and Academy Art Museum (2024), establishing her presence in both academic and public arts spaces.

• Media Studies
• Journalism
• Creative Non-Fiction
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Regina Arnold is an Adjunct Professor (part-time) at the University of San Francisco. Her scholarly interests span media studies, journalism, creative non-fiction, and critical race theory. She previously served as a teaching fellow at Stanford’s Center for Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity. A former music journalist for Rolling Stone and Spin magazines, she authored three books on rock music. She holds a PhD in Modern Thought and Literature from Stanford University and a BA in Communications from UC Berkeley. Education: PhD in Modern Thought and Literature, Stanford University BA in Communications, UC Berkeley Her research integrates cultural critique with interdisciplinary analysis, focusing on music’s role in shaping sociopolitical identities and media narratives. Her books explore rock music through lenses of gender, race, and countercultural movements. Arnold also coaches springboard diving at St. Ignatius College Prep, blending academic and athletic mentorship.