جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Karen Leickمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار بالینی

• Literary Modernism
• Digital Humanities
• Media Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karen Leick is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of Professional Writing at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), Department of English. Her research focuses on literary modernism, digital humanities, and media studies, with emphasis on the intersection of modernist writers with mainstream culture and media. Leick’s major publications include Gertrude Stein and the Making of an American Celebrity (Routledge, 2009) and Modernism on File: Writers, Artists, and the FBI, 1920-1950 (Palgrave, 2008). She is currently working on a digital humanities project analyzing American poetry anthologies (1910-1950) and a biography of poet Mary Carolyn Davies (under contract with SUNY Press). Her work explores how modernist figures like Stein were portrayed in popular media, revealing the deep entanglement between avant-garde art and mass culture. Leick teaches courses in literature, professional writing, and first-year writing. Her research has been published in venues such as Modernism/modernity and Journal of Modern Periodical Studies , addressing topics ranging from FBI surveillance of artists to the cultural role of little magazines. Her recent projects include exploring digital methodologies for literary analysis and examining media panics around childhood through works like Parents, Media and Panic Through the Years (2018). Leick’s interdisciplinary approach bridges traditional literary scholarship with emerging digital humanities practices.

Andrew Milneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Nietzsche Studies
• Philosophy of Art
• Continental Philosophy
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andrew Milne is a Lecturer in the Discipline of Philosophy within the School of Humanities at The University of Western Australia. He teaches undergraduate units including Aesthetics (PHIL3002), Philosophy of Religion (PHIL2003), Metaphysics (PHIL3001), and co-teaches Continental Philosophy (PHIL3005) with Nin Kirkham. His research spans Nietzsche studies, philosophy of art, and continental philosophy with publications on Nietzsche, Keynes, and Susan Sontag. Current projects examine Stanley Cavell, Louis Armstrong, Howard Hodgkin, Ernest Hemingway, and Henry Miller, reflecting interdisciplinary engagement with literature, music, and visual arts. His work frequently intersects cultural criticism, political theory, and aesthetics. Analysis of his publications reveals consistent focus on philosophical interpretation of artistic media, particularly photography's relationship to memory and reality. His scholarship bridges historical analysis (Nietzsche, Keynes) with contemporary cultural critique, often appearing in both academic journals and public forums like The Conversation. The recurring themes of mysticism, polemics, and public art demonstrate his unique approach to continental thought. Dr Milne actively supervises Honours students in Philosophy, including cross-disciplinary projects in History and Fine Art. He encourages prospective research students to contact him for supervision opportunities across philosophical topics and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Fernando N. Santosمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Digital humanities
• Multilingual digital humanities
• Sociolinguistics
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Fernando N. Santos is a Lecturer in the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures at Binghamton University. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, he moved to the U.S. at age 10 and pursued his academic career with a BA in Spanish (minor in media arts) from Mercy College and an MA in Spanish literature from the University of Kansas. He also studied at Instituto Hemingway in Bilbao, Spain, accredited by Instituto Cervantes. Research Interests: Digital humanities, multilingual digital humanities, sociolinguistics, and second language acquisition Teaching: Courses in SPAN 115, SPAN 211, SPAN 215, and SPAN 212 His 2021-2022 Digital Humanities Fellowship at the University of Kansas focused on Caribbean dialectal zones (Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico) through a pedagogical lens emphasizing jargon dynamics. Award: Digital Humanities Fellow (Institute for Digital Research in the Humanities, 2021-2022)

• Creative Writing
• Historical Fiction
• Feminist Literature
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Naomi Wood is an Associate Professor in Creative Writing at the University of East Anglia (UEA), affiliated with the School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing. She is a member of the Creative Writing Research Group. Her work focuses on historical settings, biographical angles, and feminist themes, with notable publications including Mrs. Hemingway , The Hiding Game , and the short story collection This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things . Wood teaches prose fiction at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and advises two PhD students. She has received prestigious awards such as the BBC National Short Story Award (2023) and the Jerwood Fiction Uncovered Prize (2015). Her research explores intersections of art, history, and gender, exemplified by her engagement with the Bauhaus movement and Hemingway’s wives. Wood contributed to the project “Future and Form of Literature” (2020–2021), funded by the Arts Council of England. She has been featured in media outlets like BBC’s Great Lives and Open Book , discussing her work and literary influences.

Daniel S. Traberمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Literature
• Cultural Studies
• Popular Culture
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Daniel S. Traber serves as Professor of Maritime Studies within the College of Marine Sciences & Maritime Studies at Texas A&M University at Galveston. His teaching portfolio includes courses spanning American literature, cultural studies, and ethnic literature, with specific offerings such as ENGL 228 (American Literature, 1865 to Present) and ENGL 415 (Herman Melville's Sea Novels). His educational foundation comprises: Doctor of Philosophy in English and American Literature (University of Houston, 2000) Master of Arts in English and American Literature (University of Texas at El Paso, 1995) Bachelor of Arts in English with History minor (University of Texas at Austin, 1991) Traber's research interrogates the intersections of American literary traditions, subcultural formations, and identity politics. His scholarship consistently examines how marginalized communities negotiate power structures through cultural production, with particular emphasis on punk and ska subcultures as sites of racial, class, and gender resistance. This work bridges historical literary analysis with contemporary cultural phenomena. His publication trajectory reveals sustained engagement with cultural paradoxes across two decades, evolving from early Hemingway studies to contemporary analyses of digital subcultures. Key thematic threads include the commodification of resistance, transnational cultural flows, and the performative construction of identity within consumer capitalism. The monograph Whiteness, Otherness, and the Individualism Paradox from Huck to Punk (2007) establishes foundational arguments connecting 19th-century American literature to modern subcultural practices. Traber actively disseminates research through national and international conferences including the Popular Culture Association, European Popular Culture Association, and International Melville Conference. His scholarly service includes election to the South Central Modern Language Association Executive Committee (2014-2016) as American Literature Representative.

Scott Yarbroughمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Literature
• Southern Literature
• Modernism
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Scott Yarbrough is a Professor in the English Department at Charleston Southern University, where he has taught since 1997 and served as chair from 2003 to 2017. He earned his BA and MA in English from Florida State University and a PhD in American Literature from the University of Alabama, focusing on the novel, modernism, and Southern literature. His research interests span American Literature, Southern Literature, Modernism, and Literary Criticism, with a particular emphasis on Cormac McCarthy, Ernest Hemingway, William Faulkner, and Billy Collins. His work explores intertextuality, Southern Gothic themes, and connections between literature and popular culture. Yarbrough's publications include co-authoring A Practical Introduction to Literary Study and co-editing two volumes of The Road in the Cormac McCarthy Casebook Series. His recent articles analyze themes in Southern and postmodern fiction, Hemingway's political narratives, and symbolism in McCarthy's novels. Scientific awards and honors include the South Carolina Arts Commission Prose Fellowship (2008), Tennessee Williams Scholar at the Sewanee Writers' Conference (2004), and multiple Excellence in Teaching Awards at Charleston Southern University. He is also a member of the Cormac McCarthy Journal's editorial board and has held leadership roles in the South Atlantic Modern Language Association (SAMLA).

Benedict McWhirterمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Adolescent Development
• Resilience
• Sociopolitical Development
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Benedict McWhirter is a Professor in Counseling Psychology and Prevention Science within the University of Oregon's College of Education. His research focuses on adolescent risky behavior, resilience, sociopolitical development among Latino and low-income youth, and college student retention for diverse and first-generation populations, emphasizing connectedness to others, environments, and self as critical determinants of positive outcomes. Education: PhD in Counseling Psychology, Arizona State University (1992) MC in Counseling, Arizona State University (1988) BA in Theology/Arts and Letters, University of Notre Dame (1986) Immersion studies in Peru, Australia, and Turkey McWhirter's scholarship centers on culturally responsive interventions for marginalized youth, investigating critical consciousness, connectedness theory, and sociopolitical development. His Fulbright Scholarship (2004) initiated fifteen years of collaboration with Chilean universities, yielding community-based programs addressing academic and social outcomes for Latino/a youth. Current work prioritizes immigrant student success through school- and community-level interventions. Analysis of recent publications reveals consistent focus on measurement development (critical consciousness, future expectations) and intervention design for Latina/o populations. Key trends include cross-cultural validation of assessment tools, career development programs for immigrant students, and comparative studies of school connectedness across U.S. and Chilean contexts, demonstrating commitment to practical applications in educational equity. Awards: Special Recognition for Long-Standing Leadership Excellence and Service to the College of Education (2017) Fellow, Society of Counseling Psychology, APA Division 17 (2014) Research Fellow, Oregon Community Credit Union (2009) Nominated for APA Society of Counseling Psychology Social Justice Award (2009) Psychologist of the Year, Lane County Psychologists’ Association (2008) Spencer Foundation Award (2007) APAGS Department of the Year Award (co-recipient, 2007) Fulbright Scholar to Chile (2004) APA Suinn Minority Achievement Award (2001) Outstanding Faculty Award, UO Office of Multicultural Affairs (2001) McWhirter advises PhD students in Counseling Psychology and Prevention Science (though not accepting new students for 2026-2027). His grant portfolio includes Spencer Foundation funding (2007-2009) for adolescent development research, Oregon Community Credit Union fellowship (2009), and Fulbright support (2004), enabling community-based interventions and international collaboration focused on equity and youth resilience. He co-leads research teams with Chilean institutions (University of Development and University of Chile) for fifteen years, developing culturally responsive programs for immigrant and Latino/a youth through community consultation and collaborative research methodologies that bridge academic theory and practical application.

• North-American Literature
• Chicano Studies
• Spanish Legacy in the United States
• +۳ مورد دیگر

José Antonio Gurpegui Palacios is Full Professor (Catedrático de Universidad) at the University of Alcalá, Spain, where he also serves as Director of the University Institute for North-American Studies “Benjamin Franklin”. Affiliated with the Department of Modern Philology, his work bridges North-American literature, Chicano cultural production, and the historical presence of Spain in the United States. Research Interests North-American literary history from the colonial period to the present Chicano/a literature and culture as paradigms of transnational identity Spanish imperial and cultural legacy in North-American territories Comparative and transatlantic approaches to American studies Adaptation studies (literature to film) Puritanism, liberalism, and their literary manifestations His dozen-plus funded research projects (2014-1990) include the large-scale Enciclopedia de la presencia española en los Estados Unidos and the Diccionario enciclopédico sobre la presencia española en el territorio de los actuales Estados Unidos (1512-1821) , both supported by Spain’s Ministry of Economy and the University of Alcalá. These initiatives have generated extensive reference works and underscored his commitment to recovering Hispanic heritage in North America. Doctoral Supervision & Scholarly Output Since the mid-1990s he has directed more than twenty doctoral dissertations—many earning cum laude distinctions—on authors ranging from Ernest Hemingway and John Steinbeck to Chicano writers such as Rudolfo Anaya and Julia Álvarez. His own publications comprise over twenty books as author or editor and ninety-plus chapters and refereed articles, solidifying his role as a leading mediator of U.S. literature and culture in Spain. Institute Leadership As Director of the University Institute for North-American Studies “Benjamin Franklin”, he coordinates interdisciplinary seminars, international congresses, and publication series that foster dialogue between European and North-American scholars.

Laura Tannerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modernism
• American Fiction
• Theories of the Body
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Laura Tanner is a Professor in the English Department at Boston College. She specializes in American literature of the last century, with particular focus on modernist narrative, African-American fiction, and contemporary women’s writing. Her research examines representations of grief, illness, violence, and the everyday in fiction and visual art. She holds a B.A. from Colgate University and a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. Research Focus Tanner's scholarship explores the intersection of embodiment and narrative across three primary domains: Modernist literature (especially sensory perception), African-American fiction (racialized spaces and trauma), and contemporary women's writing (domesticity and bodily experience). Her work bridges literary analysis with visual culture and medical humanities. Publication Trends Her publications show evolving engagement with embodied trauma—from early work on rape narratives and AIDS representation to recent studies of Marilynne Robinson's fiction and 9/11 materiality. Articles consistently analyze how literature mediates bodily experience through spatial, visual, and affective frameworks.

Robert C. Clarkمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• American Literature
• Short Story
• Literary Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Robert C. Clark serves as an Associate Professor of English at the College of Coastal Georgia, holding a Ph.D. in English from the University of Georgia with expertise in American literary traditions and narrative theory. His educational qualifications include: BA in English from Wheaton College (IL) MA in Secondary English Education from Furman University MA in English/Literary Theory from the University of Georgia Ph.D. in English from the University of Georgia Clark specializes in American literary minimalism and short fiction, with published analyses of Hemingway and Raymond Carver. His current research examines narrative structures in digital ecosystems—including memes, videogames, and Transpacific anime—demonstrating a scholarly shift toward contemporary visual media forms. Publications reveal an intellectual trajectory from his 2014 monograph on minimalism through Carver-focused scholarship (2022) to forthcoming work on Octavia Butler’s science fiction, highlighting evolving engagement with narrative across literary and digital platforms. Scientific awards: None specified in source material. Student advising and research grant details are absent from available documentation.

• Literary Studies
• Cultural Studies
• Modernism
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Tamara Radak is a faculty member at the Department of English and American Studies, Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies, University of Vienna. She teaches courses in Literary Studies, Cultural Studies, and Critical Media Analysis at both undergraduate and graduate levels, with a focus on modern literature, theater, and digital humanities approaches. Her research interests span multiple interconnected fields: Literary Studies with a focus on Modernism, particularly Irish Modernism Shakespeare Studies and contemporary performance Queer Theory and gender studies in literature and performance Digital Humanities approaches to literary analysis Critical Media Analysis and activist media practices Theater and Performance Studies, especially post-pandemic performance Dr. Radak's recent publications demonstrate a strong trajectory in interdisciplinary research that bridges traditional literary scholarship with contemporary digital and performance methodologies. Her work shows particular interest in narrative closure in modernist literature, the intersection of queer theory and class analysis, and the application of computational methods to study the evolution of character representation in European literature. She has made significant contributions to understanding how digital technologies transform theatrical experiences and how literary works engage with cultural memory and political activism. Her scientific achievements have been recognized through several prestigious awards: Arts and Humanities Research Council bursary (2012) Austrian Research Society Travel Bursary (2018) Foundation Award for diploma thesis (2012) Dr. Radak is actively involved in research collaborations across Europe, particularly in projects examining the inner lives of characters in European literature and the impact of digital technologies on contemporary theater and performance. Her work with the ELTeC corpus demonstrates her commitment to advancing digital humanities methodologies in literary studies. She regularly supervises student research projects focused on modern literature, cultural studies, and media analysis, with particular emphasis on how contemporary political movements intersect with artistic expression. Her current research explores the connections between digital culture and activist practices, examining how social media platforms shape contemporary political engagement through cultural production. She is also investigating the temporal and spatial dimensions of post-pandemic theater, analyzing how performance artists have adapted to new conditions while maintaining meaningful audience connections.

Gisèle Baxterمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Gothic studies
• Victorian literature
• 19th-century literature
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Gisèle Baxter is a Sessional Lecturer (Continuing) in the Department of English Language and Literatures at the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Arts. She has taught at UBC since 1997 after moving from Nova Scotia, specializing in literary and cultural studies across multiple periods and genres. Her research interests span a wide spectrum of literary fields including Gothic studies, Victorian literature, Modernism (particularly British and Irish), science/speculative fiction and fantasy, dystopian/post-apocalyptic narratives, children's literature, and rhetoric and composition including technical/professional communication. Baxter's scholarly work demonstrates a consistent engagement with gender studies, film adaptation, and the intersections between literature and cultural phenomena. Baxter's recent publications and conference presentations reveal a strong focus on Gothic science fiction, particularly examining gender representations in films like Blade Runner 2049 and Ex Machina. Her work often explores the Gothic heroine archetype, Bluebeard narratives, and dystopian literature, as evidenced by her co-edited volume Blast, Corrupt, Dismantle, Erase: Contemporary North American Dystopian Literature (2014) and her book chapter 'Bluebeard's Women Fight Back' (2019). Ian Fairclough Teaching Prize (2019-20 and 2002-03) SSHRC Postdoctoral Fellowship (1992-94) SSHRC Doctoral Fellowship (1989-90) Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship (1988-90) Baxter has supervised numerous undergraduate honors theses at UBC, with topics spanning Gothic literature, children's literature, science fiction, and film studies. She has also served as faculty sponsor for multiple Student Directed Seminars on topics including zombies in literature, Gothic literature, science fiction, and chick lit. Her pedagogical contributions include developing online courses and technical writing workshops, particularly for the Master of Food Science program.

Justin Melletteمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• African American Literature
• American Literature
• Southern Literature
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Justin Mellette is an Associate Teaching Professor in English at Northeastern University's College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH). He holds a PhD in English from Penn State University. His research focuses on African American and American literature, music, comics/graphic novels, and business/professional writing, with a particular emphasis on racial anxiety in Southern literature and cultural studies. Dr. Mellette teaches courses such as First-Year Writing and Advanced Writing in the Business Professions. His monograph Peculiar Whiteness: Racial Anxiety and Poor Whites in Southern Literature, 1900-1965 (2021) explores intersections of race, class, and literature. His publications span topics like Faulkner's Snopes Trilogy, CLR James' analysis of sport, and the aesthetics of Neil Gaiman's The Sandman . Contact: t.mellette@northeastern.edu , Holmes Hall 443, Boston, MA 02115.

L. Lamar Wilsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Creative Writing
• African-American Literature
• Multi-ethnic American Literature
• +۵ مورد دیگر

L. Lamar Wilson is an Assistant Professor at Florida State University, focusing on Creative Writing and African-American Literature. He previously held faculty roles at Davidson College, the University of Alabama, and Wake Forest University. His work intertwines cross-genre writing with themes of Black, Indigenous, and marginalized voices in the rural South. Wilson is the author of Sacrilegion and co-author of Prime: Poetry and Conversation . His film The Changing Same won awards at the Reel Sisters and New Orleans Film Festivals, blending documentary and virtual reality to explore racial and cultural narratives. Wilson’s research interests span multi-ethnic American poetics, gender studies, and performance. He earned an MFA from Virginia Tech and a PhD from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. His writing appears in The New York Times , NPR , and peer-reviewed journals like Callaloo and African American Review . He also teaches in the Mississippi University for Women’s low-residency MFA program. Key awards include the Thom Gunn Award finalist status, Pushcart Prize nominations, and fellowships from Cave Canem and the Hurston-Wright Foundation. His creative and scholarly works address intersectionality, historical trauma, and cultural resilience, often centering Southern Black experiences.

Mark Dresserمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary Music
• Jazz
• Free Improvisation
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mark Dresser is Professor of Music at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), where he has been a faculty member since 2004. He earned both his B.A. and M.A. from UCSD, studying under Professor Bertram Turetzky. He has also taught at Princeton University, the New School University, and Hampshire College. Education: B.A., University of California, San Diego M.A., University of California, San Diego Fulbright Fellow, Italy (1983), studying with Maestro Franco Petracchi Mark Dresser is a Grammy-nominated bassist, composer, and innovator in contemporary music. His research focuses on expanding the sonic possibilities of the double bass through extended techniques, unconventional amplification, and interdisciplinary collaboration. He has authored a chapter in ARCANA and articles in The Strad on multiphonics and harmonics. His artistic work spans solo performance, ensemble leadership (e.g., Trio M, Arcado String Trio), and telematic music projects like Deep Tones for Peace . He is deeply engaged in improvisation, silent film scoring, and collaborative composition across media. His recent articles and recordings reflect a sustained exploration in avant-garde jazz, experimental composition, and telematic performance. Themes include extended instrumental techniques, interdisciplinary art, and innovative ensemble dynamics. His works blend jazz, classical, and free improvisation traditions into a unique sonic language. Scientific and Artistic Awards: Doris Duke Impact Award (2015) Shifting Foundation Award (2015) Fulbright Fellowship (1983) Two New York Foundation for the Arts Grants Meet the Composer Commissions Fellowships: MacDowell Colony, Civitella Ranieri, Bellagio, Akrai Mark Dresser has advised numerous emerging musicians and has been involved in significant research grants supporting telematic performance and interdisciplinary projects. He curates performance series and educational initiatives, including the Virtual Tour: A Reduced-Carbon Footprint Concert Series. He serves on the boards of the International Society of Bassists, the International Society of Improvised Music, and the Deep Listening Institute, contributing to the advancement of experimental music and improvisational practices. He leads and collaborates with several ensembles, including Trio M (with Myra Melford and Matt Wilson), Mauger (with Rudresh Mahanthappa and Gerry Hemingway), and a septet performing his original compositions. His UCSD-based research lab and performance groups focus on telematic music, real-time networked performance, and sonic experimentation with the double bass.