I teach early American literature, with emphasis on the early Republic and the history of authorship. I am currently completing an edition of both the novels of Hannah Webster Foster, co-edited with Jennifer Desiderio, under contract with Broadview Press.

In spring 2010 I'm teaching English 1000, Writing for College and Beyond, and English 5061, Professing Literature: History, Theory, Practice.

In spring 2010 I will also serve as adviser to English majors at EIU whose last names begin with letters in the second half of the alphabet (L-Z). Students with advising questions should see my contact information and should also feel free to contact me by cell phone (217-549-3203).