Author Archives: Carolyn Ureña
The art(ifice) of Language
For whatever reason, when I hear the word “jargon” I imagine an intricate set of gears inside a handheld pocket watch. I think this is because I often think of disciplinary jargon as complex and difficult to wrap your head … Continue reading
Teaching with YouTube: Creating a Classroom Community
Although my first teaching gig at Rutgers won’t be until next year, I did have the opportunity to TA for a film class and teach English 101 (Intro to Academic Writing) at University of Maryland, where I earned my Master’s … Continue reading
Collaborative Hunting and Gathering
When I try to describe Comparative Literature to those unfamiliar with my field, I think back to the way one of my undergraduate professors put it. Comp Lit, she said, is like a mad scientist’s laboratory, except for the humanities. … Continue reading
Green Scenes
With a heatwave hitting the northeast and summer underway, I find myself just a bit nostalgic for this year’s cooler spring. But only a bit. I took these on a beautiful afternoon this past semester when I still needed to … Continue reading
GradFund, or, How to Stop Worrying and Start Writing Grant Proposals
Well, it’s finally gotten to that point in the semester. I think you know what I’m talking about (especially if you’re in the humanities): class presentations, expeditions to the library to secure any last minute arrivals from E-Z Borrow, and that … Continue reading
Spring Break as Conference Prep Time
When I was an undergrad, Spring Break meant a whole week to do absolutely nothing. Some years that meant traveling to a warmer locale with friends, others were of the “staycation” variety, but in both cases Rest and Relaxation were … Continue reading
Amanda Dillon
Aaron Trammell
Brian Stromberg
Carolyn Ureña
Camille Reyes
Jennifer Yang
Kellen Myers
Michael Manhart
Pam Weis
Vukosi Marivate
Yuanzhen Gu
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Alexandra Walczak
