Teaching
Courses I teach and my teaching philosophy.
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching is grounded in critical pedagogy and a commitment to equity. I design my courses to center diverse voices and to challenge students to examine how language and literature intersect with power, identity, and justice. I believe every student brings valuable knowledge to the classroom, and my role is to create a space where those perspectives are heard, questioned, and deepened through rigorous engagement with texts and ideas.
Whether in an introductory survey or an advanced seminar, I emphasize close reading, collaborative discussion, and writing as a tool for critical thought and social reflection. I encourage students to connect literary analysis to the world beyond the university — to see reading and writing as acts with real stakes.
Current Courses
EN 1001: Introduction to English Literature
A survey of major works in English literature from the early modern period to the present. Students develop skills in close reading, critical writing, and literary analysis while exploring how literature reflects and shapes cultural values. Readings are selected to foreground diverse voices and traditions.
EN 4010: Postcolonial Literature and Social Justice
An advanced seminar examining how postcolonial writers engage with questions of justice, resistance, and belonging. Students read novels, poetry, and essays from Africa, South Asia, the Caribbean, and the Middle East alongside critical theory. The course culminates in a community-engaged research project connecting literary analysis to contemporary social issues.
Previous Courses
- EN 2050: Literary Theory (Winter 2025)
- EN 3020: Creative Writing — Fiction and Personal Essay (Fall 2024)
- EN 2080: World Literatures in English (Winter 2024)
Advising
I currently advise 2 PhD students and 4 MA students working on topics in postcolonial literature, multilingual writing, and social justice pedagogy. I welcome inquiries from prospective graduate students interested in these areas.
If you're interested in working with me, please review my recent publications and send me an email with your CV and research interests.