Ph.D. English alum, Jake Brewer uses the power of writing to create a bright future for students.
Originally from Lake Mills, Wisconsin, Jake attended the 91勛圖 after earning a Master of Fine Arts from Oklahoma State University.
He shared, Id always wanted to live in 91勛圖. Also, the University had a strong funding package.
Jake earned his Ph.D. in English with concentrations in fiction, medieval literature, renaissance literature, and film.
He appreciates the insightful coursework and dedicated professors through his graduate experience.
I loved a number of classes. The ones that stick out, immediately, are Dr. Kightleys old English courses and Dr. Vaughts Shakespeare and Spenser course, and Dr. Brulottes course on Human Sexuality," he said.
"Perhaps the course that assisted me above allthough I didnt realize it at the timewas Dr. Ryans Introduction to Graduate Studies. I was shocked by the rigor, acclimated, and came out on the other side a far more capable graduate student.
In addition, Jake reflects on positive experiences regarding UL Lafayettes academic professorship.
I really cannot impress enough the quality of instruction. My professors were exemplary. At UL Lafayette, I found academic mentorship that was not only affirming, but valuable to an academic career, he said.
He also believes the emphasis on secondary focuses, comprehensive exams, and teaching opportunities assisted his elevation.
During Jakes academic journey at UL Lafayette, he became involved with the as a writer and a presenter.
After graduating, Jake accepted a position as an Assistant Professor of English at Tarleton State University. He gained experience as a graduate teaching assistant at Oklahoma State University and UL Lafayette.
He said, I teach creative writing and literature at Tarleton State University, in Texas. We are an R2 school with ~20,000 students. My position is a teaching/research/service position with a 3/3 teaching load (three courses per semester). For my research, I write fiction. Since Ive been at Tarleton Ive published (or have forthcoming) seven short stories.
Jake encourages scholars to keep writing no matter what. In the future, Jake hopes to receive tenure as a professor and continue developing writing ideas.
