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New professor at Butler University: Dr. Moore and the power of language
Dr. Cham Moore, a new professor at Butler University, brings expertise in African American literature and gender studies.
New professor at Butler University: Dr. Moore and the power of language
Dr. Cham Moore is the new voice in Butler University's English department. Since starting at the University of Notre Dame in 2015, Moore has brought a breath of fresh air and a broad perspective to the world of African American literature and gender studies. Moore, who identifies as non-binary and is of African American descent, has a clear mission: Students should learn to engage with African American literature without being defensive. He follows an interactive and inviting teaching style that has already received positive feedback from students, especially those of color. The Butler Collegian reports on Moore's commitment to supporting students in his First-Year Seminar class "Worldmaking," which explores the creation of worlds by marginalized groups.
What are the topics covered in Moore's class? The class covers, among other things, worldbuilding, speculative fiction and the transformation of countries and borders over time. Such unusual questions invite students to creatively engage with their surroundings. Moore describes the English department as family-like and appreciates the close-knit community that exists at Butler University.
Literature and feminism
In the context of African-American literature, Cassandra L. Jones's book "Black Speculative Feminisms" is one of the outstanding works. In her book, the author illuminates the interplay between speculative Afrofuturism, memory and liberation. It is aimed at scholars of literary studies, cultural studies and feminist theory and is also of interest to the general readership. Individual chapters explore fascinating concepts such as the decolonization of time in fiction and the idea of new worlds. Ohio State Press highlights that Jones sees the use of memory as a key element in processing generational trauma and shaping fairer futures.
One of the most famous works that stands out in the field of Black Feminist Literature is "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker. This literary masterpiece tells the moving story of the protagonist Celie, who has to find her place in a world marked by violence and injustice. Celie communicates with God through letters, which helps her develop her inner strength. NYPL describes the book sales, which amount to over five million copies, and the thorns that the author can raise through her profound discourse.
The teaching activities of Dr. Cham Moore and the works of Cassandra L. Jones and Alice Walker show us how enriching and necessary it is to address issues of identity, justice and gender. The academic community is lastingly shaped by such perspectives - and especially the young people who are ready to embark on this journey.