My dissertation defense is THIS MONDAY, August 26th! 5 years of my undergrad, 1 year of my masters, and 6 years of my PhD. It's wild to think that my 12 years of post-secondary life as a student is coming to an end!

HELLO 👋🏼 Two updates: -- Today I defended my dissertation after 6 long years of my PhD, and passed with revisions! Huge milestone reached! -- In the fall semester, I will be teaching a 4th year English course as a Co-Instructor! The course is Contemporary Literary Theory. :)

For any horror/thriller fans who like reading about motherhood. This was a reread for me (since I'm writing a paper on it) & it still shook me. Premise: a maternal cult that glories motherhood & judges childless women, sees men as tools, infant boys as disposable.

i did not agree to it being autumn yet. i am not ready. i demand to speak to the manager

HELLO! I am going to be teaching Judith Butler and gender performativity. As someone who doesn't watch a lot of movies, I am seeking suggestions for films and clips to show in class to help demonstrate the concept. 🤔 Ideally contemporary films, but I'm open to anything!

I AM LOOKING FOR A POEM that is •short •relatively accessible to the average teenager •full of different literary devices •really, really good TIA

Hello! 👋🏼 What would you say is the scariest book you've ever read? I'm trying to read mostly scary/horror/thrillers in October. . (*note: while I wouldn't say animal violence/cruelty is necessarily a dealbreaker when I read a book, I'd prefer it not be excessive)

Seeking recs! I'm once again coming to you to ask for suggestions since I don't watch enough film/TV. I have a week where I'm teaching Kristeva's theory of Abjection, & I'd love some ideas for film clips to show in class. 🤔 Thank you!!!

Really I’m pretty low maintenance, I just need 17 hours of alone time every morning, constant reassurance from everyone in my life that they’re not mad at me, and $150 worth of little treats every single day and I’m good to go

Hello! 👋🏼 Any one have any suggestions for video clips I can show in class in a discussion of Jane Bennett's text "Vibrant Matter" and vital materialism? Thanks! :)

Would any English instructors/professors here be wiling to share a sample of a "research statement" they have written in the past for prof. job applications? I have never had to write one before and would love a strong sample for inspiration/guidance!

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Hey all! I don't know which academic friends are still on this app, but I'd love to hear some stories about what non (or alt) academic jobs you went on to do with your PhD in English. I received a rejection/some sad news today, & I'm feeling pretty disillusioned with academia.

07.12.25. 🩷 . I rarely post on here anymore, but this felt like a big life update worth sharing. 😁 Married my best friend & lovey this month!