Dr. Elwira Grossman

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Elwira Grossman is a Lecturer in Polish Comparative Literature at the University of Glasgow, where she has been involved in teaching and research since October 1994. As the Programme Director for Comparative Literature, she has significantly improved student satisfaction, evidenced by achieving full marks in the National Student Survey. Her work emphasizes the interplay between Polish literature and various cultural narratives, focusing particularly on memory studies and the relationships between Polish and Jewish literature. Additionally, she is engaged in storytelling as a medium to facilitate intercultural dialogue, emphasizing the importance of multilingual expressions in literature. Grossman actively participates in research projects, including the AHRC-funded knowledge exchange initiative concerning Russian and East European cultures, and has developed online teaching resources. She supervises both undergraduate and postgraduate dissertation projects, guiding students in exploring transcultural fiction and translation studies. Grossman's contributions extend to committee roles in professional organizations and collaborative educational initiatives, showcasing her commitment to advancing Polish studies within a globalized context.

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