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Colin Smithمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مهمان

• Ancient Greek philosophy
• History of philosophy
• Metaphysics
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Colin Smith is a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Ohio State University (2024–present). He previously held positions at Penn State and the University of Colorado Boulder. His research focuses on ancient Greek philosophy, particularly metaphysical questions in Plato, the Presocratics, and Aristotle. He explores how ancient concepts of being and reality inform contemporary ethical and existential frameworks. Education: PhD (2019) in Philosophy from University of Kentucky, MA (2013) from Boston College, BA (2011) in Philosophy and Classics from Temple University (summa cum laude). Research emphasizes Plato's theory of forms as metaphysical ground, Parmenides' Fragment 2, and dialectical methods in dialogues like Sophist and Meno . Current projects include a monograph on Meno 's distinction between 'being' and 'having,' and studies on Aristotle's theory of recollection and Democritus' understanding of the soul. He also examines the reception of Plato's 'unwritten teachings' in modern philosophy. Published in Ancient Philosophy , Review of Metaphysics , and edited volumes like Inquiring into Being: Essays on Parmenides (SUNY Press, 2025). Guest edited a special issue on Presocratic metaphysics ( Dialogoi 3:1, 2021). Teaching and research interests extend to medieval philosophy, German idealism, phenomenology, ethics, and philosophy of race. Committed to inclusive pedagogy and advocacy, he co-founded Penn State's Coalition for a Just University and organized free philosophy programs for underprivileged students.

• Early Modern English Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Metaphysical Poetry
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Professor Matthias Bauer is a distinguished scholar of English literature at the Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, where he has served as Professor of English since 2004. He currently holds the position of Chair of English Literatures and Cultures and acts as speaker for Modern Languages in the Faculty of Humanities. His academic journey includes a professorship at Saarland University (2001-2004) and extensive scholarly contributions across multiple research domains. First state examination in English and History from Münster University (1984) MA in English Literature from Yale University (1985) Dr. phil. from Münster University (1990; supervisor: Inge Leimberg) Habilitation from Münster University (1999) Professor Bauer's research spans Early Modern English literature (particularly Shakespeare and Metaphysical Poetry), nineteenth-century literature (with emphasis on Dickens), and poetry across historical periods. His work explores the aesthetics of co-creativity, the relationship between language and literature, and literary processes of sacralization and desacralization. He investigates how understanding literary texts functions, what competencies are required, and whether systematic annotation can facilitate comprehension. His recent publications reveal a strong focus on collaborative authorship in Early Modern literature, ambiguity studies, and the intersection of digital humanities with literary annotation. Professor Bauer consistently examines how texts create meaning through ambiguity, co-creation, and religious dimensions, connecting historical literary practices with contemporary theoretical frameworks. Deputy spokesperson for CRC/SFB 1391 "Different Aesthetics" (since 2019) Chair of project C5 "The Aesthetics of Co-Creativity in Early Modern English Literature" Chair of project C5 "Multiple Common Grounds" in CRC/SFB 1718 "Common Ground" Former chair of Research Training Group "Ambiguity: Production and Perception" (2013-2022) He actively supervises Bachelor's and Master's theses on literature from 1550-1900, literary theory, literature and linguistics, poetry, and literature and religion. His editorial work includes serving as co-editor of Connotations: A Journal for Critical Debate, the Literaturwissenschaftliches Jahrbuch, and multiple book series focusing on religion and literature. Professor Bauer leads research teams working on projects related to the Collaborative Research Center "Common Ground" (CRC/SFB 1718), where he chairs project C5 "Multiple Common Grounds: Linguistic Mechanisms for Literary Meaning." His department also hosts a peer-learning project on annotating literature, connecting theoretical research with practical pedagogical applications.

Edward Nesbitمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Musical Composition
• Choral Music
• Vocal Music
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Edward Nesbit is Senior Lecturer in Composition at King's College London's Department of Music within the Faculty of Arts & Humanities. He studied at Cambridge University, Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and King's College London under Julian Anderson and George Benjamin. His compositions are regularly performed by major ensembles including the London Sinfonietta, BBC Symphony Orchestra, and Philharmonia Orchestra at venues like Wigmore Hall and Royal Festival Hall. Research interests focus on: Contemporary choral and vocal composition techniques Integration of literary and dramatic elements in musical works Collaborative performance practices Community music engagement methodologies Recent compositions demonstrate diverse approaches to narrative storytelling through music, with frequent exploration of biblical/historical themes and nature-inspired programmatic elements. His work includes collaborations with the Choir of King's College London, resulting in commercial recordings on the Delphian label. Nesbit has secured funding including an AHRC Impact Acceleration Award for community music projects. He leads the 'Singing for Wellbeing' initiative developing choral repertoire for community engagement and directs composition studies at undergraduate/postgraduate levels.

Michelle O'Callaghanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Modern Literature
• Print and Manuscript Culture
• Literary Networks
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Michelle O'Callaghan is a Professor of English Literature at the University of Reading, part of the School of Humanities. Her research focuses on early modern literature and culture, including print and manuscript culture, literary networks, poetic forms, and women’s writing. She has authored influential monographs such as The Shepheards Nation: Jacobean Spenserians and Early Stuart Political Culture (2000) and Crafting Poetry Anthologies in Renaissance England (2020). She co-edits the Palgrave Macmillan series Early Modern Literature in History and leads the Mapping the Early Modern Inns of Court project. Her work integrates digital humanities, exemplified by the Verse Miscellanies Online digital edition. Teaching includes modules like EN3TBS: The Bloody Stage: Revenge and Death in Renaissance Drama and EN2EM: Early Modern Texts and Cultures . She actively supervises postgraduate research in early modern studies. Notable collaborations include co-authoring Early Modern Women and the Poetry of Complaint with Sarah Ross and Rosalind Smith. Research highlights include exploring literary networks through material culture and investigating women’s voices in early modern poetry. She is affiliated with the Early Modern Research Centre and contributes to interdisciplinary projects bridging literature, history, and digital scholarship.

Patricia Sieberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chinese Literature
• Print Culture
• Transcultural Studies
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Patricia Sieber is a Professor of Chinese Literature in the Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures at The Ohio State University. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Chinese literature from the University of California, Berkeley. Her research focuses on print culture, performance culture, and transcultural studies, with emphasis on traditional Chinese drama's global afterlives. She directs the Translation and Interpreting Program and leads the Chinese Theater Collaborative project funded by OSU's Arts and Humanities Grant. Notable works include Theaters of Desire (2003) and editorial work on How To Read Chinese Drama (2022). Awards include the 2023 Ratner Teaching Award. She has held fellowships at the Library of Congress, Princeton Library, and Taipei's National Central Library. Active in scholarly societies, she serves on editorial boards for journals like Journal of Chinese Literature and Culture . Her teaching spans traditional Chinese literature, translation theory, and interdisciplinary courses. She pioneered experiential learning initiatives including a drama translation residency with Amy Ng. Her research has been supported by NEH, ACLS, Chiang Ching-Kuo Foundation, and DAAD grants. Public outreach includes collaborations with the Royal Shakespeare Company and media appearances (BBC, New York Times).

Emma Liptonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Medieval Literature
• Women's and Gender Studies
• Law and Literature
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Emma Lipton is a Professor and Chair of the English Department at the University of Missouri’s College of Arts and Science. She holds a BA from Yale University and a PhD from Duke University. Her research focuses on medieval literature, particularly intersections between legal systems, gender studies, and dramatic performance. She has authored two major books: *The Cultures of Witnessing: Law and the York Plays* (2022) and *Affections of the Mind: The Politics of Sacramental Marriage in Late Medieval English Literature* (2007/2022). Her work analyzes legal concepts in medieval plays and the social politics of marriage in texts by Chaucer, Gower, and Margery Kempe. Her scholarly contributions include articles on gender and law in medieval drama, feminist interpretations of Chaucer’s *Wife of Bath’s Tale*, and analyses of legal symbolism in York Plays. She previously served as Book Review Editor for *Studies in the Age of Chaucer*. Her research bridges medieval literature with legal theory, emphasizing how dramatic performances shaped legal and social understandings of witness, justice, and marriage. Publications span journals like *Chaucer Review*, *Journal of Medieval and Early Modern Studies*, and *Studies in the Age of Chaucer*. Her work highlights how medieval literature engages with contemporary legal frameworks and gender norms, offering fresh perspectives on sacramental marriage and theatrical jurisprudence.

Derek H. Kiernan-Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Legal Writing
• Appellate Advocacy
• Judicial Opinion Writing
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Derek H. Kiernan-Johnson is a Teaching Professor at the University of Colorado Law School, specializing in Legal Writing , Appellate Advocacy , and Judicial Opinion Writing . He has taught courses on legal reasoning, document design, and narrative techniques in legal argumentation since joining the faculty in 2007. JD, University of Michigan Law School BA, Princeton University (Religion, Dramatic Performance, Music) His research explores intersections of narrative theory , visual rhetoric , and legal persuasion , with a focus on typography, historical legal contexts, and the performative aspects of law. Publications examine Bluebook overlaps, narrativity in legal writing, and rhetorical influence on judicial decisions. Notable scholarly contributions include analyses of Supreme Court indifference , craft whiskey regulation , and typographic storytelling in legal briefs. He has no listed scientific awards or student advisees in the provided materials. Professional background includes clerking for Justice Michael L. Bender of the Colorado Supreme Court and six years of legal practice at Caplan and Earnest, LLC, representing public-school clients in diverse legal settings.

Patricia Denisonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Dramatic Literature
• Theatre Studies
• Victorian Drama
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Patricia Denison is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of English at Barnard College, with a secondary liaison role to the Theatre Department. She also serves as Associate Chair of the Department of English (2020–2024) and has held prior leadership roles including Associate Provost (2014–2018), Chair of the Department of Theatre (2004–2008), and Director of the First-Year Seminar Program (2002–2003). Her research focuses on dramatic literature and theatre studies, with specializations in Victorian drama, modern British drama, and American drama. Dr. Denison earned her Ph.D. from the University of Virginia and a B.A. from the University of Maryland. Her current book project, Pinero in Perspective: Victorian Theatre and Dramatic Modernism , examines the work of Arthur W. Pinero within late-nineteenth and early-twentieth-century British drama. She emphasizes historical and hypothetical performance contexts in her scholarship, exploring how dramatic structures intersect with social constructs and audience engagement. Her teaching portfolio includes courses such as Shakespeare in Performance , Modern American Drama in Performance , and Public Speaking . She actively participates in post-performance discussions and panels across New York City. Her published works include articles, book chapters, and an edited collection on John Osborne.

• Race and Media
• Black Studies
• Gender and Sexuality
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Brittnay Proctor-Habil is an Assistant Professor of Race and Media in the School of Media Studies at The New School. Her research focuses on performance, popular culture, and sound/visual culture at the intersection of blackness, gender, and sexuality. She authored Minnie Riperton’s Come to My Garden (2022) and is currently working on two book projects: one tracing Black Southern migration to California through sound, and another analyzing funk music’s gender and sexuality discourses via LP records and CDs. Proctor-Habil holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University and a B.A. from the University of California, Riverside. Her scholarly work spans platforms like Essence.com , Journal of Popular Music Studies , and ASAP/Journal . She teaches courses such as Black Feminist Media Methods and Blaxploitation Films , and supervises thesis projects. Her writing often intersects cultural critique, Black studies, and interdisciplinary methodologies.

Kalina Stefanovaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theatre Studies
• Theatre Criticism
• Eastern European Theatre
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Prof. Dr. Kalina Stefanova is a Professor in the Department of Theatre Studies at the Faculty of Performing Arts . She is an internationally renowned scholar specializing in theatre criticism, Eastern European theatre, and cross-cultural dramaturgy. Her work bridges academic research with practical theatre practice, focusing on global theatre dynamics and cultural exchange. Her research interests include comparative theatre studies, the role of criticism in shaping theatrical canon, and the evolution of theatre post-political transitions. She has authored/co-authored 17 books, including seminal works like Eastern European Theatre After the Iron Curtain and 20 Ground-Breaking Directors of Eastern Europe , which are widely used in university curricula globally. Her books on Chinese theatre, such as Storm by Cao Yu , have expanded intercultural theatre dialogues. Prof. Stefanova has held visiting professorships at institutions like NYU, Wuhan University, and Shanghai Theatre Academy. She has been honored with titles like 'Distinguished Visiting Professor' (2016) and 'Distinguished Researcher' (2016). She served as Vice President of the International Association of Theatre Critics (2001-2006) and led symposia as their Director of Symposia (2006-2010). She currently sits on editorial boards of journals like Chinese Performing Arts and European Stages . Her recent projects include editing the first anthology of Chinese contemporary drama in Bulgarian and vice versa. She frequently lectures on theatre criticism and Eastern European theatre in countries like China, South Africa, and Poland. Her non-theatrical works, such as Ann's Dwarves , blend performance-inspired narratives with literary creativity. Prof. Stefanova’s awards include the SAB Criticism Award (1999) and recognition from the 'Idea for Theatre' Foundation. She remains active in international theatre festivals as a jury member and contributes expertise to the European Commission’s cultural evaluation panels.

Darren Elliott-Smithمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Queer Horror Film and Television
• Gender Studies
• Film Studies
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Dr. Darren Elliott-Smith serves as Senior Lecturer in Film & Gender Studies within the Communications, Media and Culture department at the University of Stirling's Faculty of Arts and Humanities. He currently teaches across all levels in film, television and gender studies, and holds the position of Programme Director for the MLitt/MSc (Applied) in Gender Studies. His research focuses primarily on representations of queerness, gender, sexuality and psychoanalysis in horror film and television. This work extends to curation theory in film and visual art programming, cult and experimental film studies, adaptation studies, and queer theory. His scholarly output includes a monograph, numerous journal articles, and significant contributions to edited collections across multiple academic presses. Elliott-Smith's research output demonstrates a consistent focus on queer perspectives within horror media, with particular attention to marginalized identities and alternative cinematic narratives. His work bridges theoretical analysis with practical applications through videographic film projects and video essays. Tutor of the Year 2018 (University of Hertfordshire) Professionally, he maintains active roles as Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and Founding Member of BAFTSS Horror Studies Special Interest Group. His industry experience includes previous work as Film Curator and Programmer for the BFI, Mainline Pictures, The Odyssey Cinema, and as Film Manager for the Film Education Consortium for Hertfordshire (2007-2010). He is also recognized online as the Queer Horror Doctor through his digital presence. His academic journey includes a BA (Hons) in Communication Studies from the University of Sunderland, an MA in the History of Film and Visual Media from Birkbeck College, University of London, and a PhD in 'New Queer Horror in Film and Television' completed at Royal Holloway, University of London in 2013 under the supervision of Prof. Mandy Merck.

• Shakespearean Literature
• Early Modern English Literature
• Political Nostalgia
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Dr. Yuichi Tsukada is an Associate Professor of English Literature at Waseda University , Japan, with a focus on Shakespearean studies and early modern cultural politics. He holds a PhD from King’s College London , an MA from The University of Tokyo , and a BA in British Area Studies from the same institution. His research interrogates the interplay between Shakespearean drama , Elizabethan nostalgia , and political identity in Jacobean England . His scholarly output spans analyses of Macbeth 's prophecies, Coriolanus ' gendered military allegory, and Antony and Cleopatra 's negotiation of Elizabethan legacy. He has held grants from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) and the Suntory Foundation , and serves as Director-General of the Kanto Branch of the English Literary Society of Japan. Key publications include the monograph Shakespeare and the Politics of Nostalgia (Arden Shakespeare, 2019), which recontextualizes Shakespeare’s late plays within Jacobean debates about Elizabeth I. His work has been recognized with the University of Tokyo President’s Grand Award and the Young Scholar Award of Special Merit from the English Literary Society of Japan. Scientific Awards: Suntory Foundation Grant for Groundbreaking Young Researchers Fukuhara Award (English and American Literature) Award of Special Merit, English Literary Society of Japan The University of Tokyo President’s Grand Award Ichiko Memorial Award Valedictorian, The University of Tokyo His teaching portfolio includes courses on Shakespeare and Film , Literary Theory , and History of English Literature , reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to pedagogy.

Charlotte Baskervilleمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Composition
• Choral Music
• Creative Placemaking
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Charlotte Baskerville is a postgraduate researcher at the University of York (School of Arts and Creative Technologies) and Head of Choral Music at Warwick School. Her PhD research explores placemaking through composition, focusing on community engagement and shared musical identity. She holds a BA from Christ’s College, Cambridge (2015) and a master’s thesis on music cognition under Prof. Ian Cross. Her work bridges composition, choral performance, and community projects with groups like dementia care groups and schools. A prize-winning clarinetist and choral scholar, she actively performs with choirs in Cheltenham, Gloucester, and Tewkesbury. Her research interests center on creative placemaking via collaborative composition processes, leveraging local musical heritage to foster community identity. Her compositional output spans liturgical works, seasonal carols, and secular choral pieces, emphasizing accessibility and communal participation. Recent publications reflect her dual focus on sacred music traditions and innovative community-driven projects. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Music, Christ’s College, Cambridge (2015) Master’s thesis on music cognition under Prof. Ian Cross Sir Jack Lyons Research Scholar, University of York Awards: Christ’s College Charles Blackham Memorial Recital Competition (2016) Professional Roles: Head of Choral Music at Warwick School Clarinetist with multiple ensembles Active choral singer in multiple locations Her compositional output emphasizes collaborative creation with communities, particularly through workshops and participatory performances. Current projects involve primary/secondary schools, professional choirs, and dementia groups, aiming to strengthen communal bonds through shared musical experiences.

Mark Netzloffمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Renaissance/Early Modern Literature
• Shakespeare Studies
• Milton and the English Revolution
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Mark Netzloff is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, affiliated with the College of Letters & Science. He holds a PhD from the University of Delaware. His research focuses on Renaissance/Early Modern Literature, Shakespeare, Milton, and 19th-century British literature, with particular emphasis on themes of colonialism, diplomacy, and state formation. His work bridges literary analysis with historical and political contexts, examining topics like early modern travel writing, diplomatic practices, and the intersections of literature with economic and religious systems. Netzloff’s scholarship includes major monographs such as Agents Beyond the State: The Writings of English Travelers, Soldiers, and Diplomats in Early Modern Europe (2020) and edited volumes like Early Modern Drama in Performance (2014). His articles explore topics ranging from the legal frameworks of colonialism to the representation of labor in early modern texts. He maintains an active engagement with archival materials and interdisciplinary approaches to literary history. His research trends highlight a sustained interest in how literature reflects and shapes political, social, and cultural dynamics. Recent work delves into the role of diplomacy in shaping early modern identities and the material conditions of state formation. While no specific awards are listed, his contributions to early modern studies are widely recognized in academic circles. Netzloff’s academic profile includes extensive editorial work, such as the critical edition of John Norden’s The Surveyor’s Dialogue (2010), which contextualizes early modern scientific and agrarian practices. He also teaches courses in literature and cultural theory, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate education at UWM.

Julie Murrayمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Eighteenth-century British literature and culture
• British Romanticism
• Literary Theory/Cultural Theory
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Julie Murray is an Associate Professor at Carleton University’s Department of English Language and Literature, part of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. She holds a B.A. from Queen’s University, an M.A. from the University of Toronto, and a Ph.D. from York University. Her research focuses on eighteenth-century British literature, British Romanticism, feminist theory, and the intersections of literature with cultural theory and modernity. Current work includes a book manuscript on feminism, modernity, and life narrative, challenging conventional historiographies of women’s roles in progress narratives. She co-organized the 2017 NASSR conference on 'Romantic Life' and has published extensively on Mary Wollstonecraft, literary theory, and gender studies. Murray’s awards include the 2019-20 Faculty Graduate Mentoring Award and SSHRC grants. She teaches graduate courses on eighteenth-century culture, Romanticism, and human rights. Supervised doctoral students include Amal El-Mohtar and Emma Peacocke, while co-supervising Ingrid Reiche’s digital edition project. Education: B.A., Queen’s University M.A., University of Toronto Ph.D., York University Her research bridges historical literary analysis with contemporary feminist debates, emphasizing critical re-evaluations of Wollstonecraft’s legacy and the socio-political dimensions of literature.