Dr. Jason Harris

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jason Harris is the Creative Writing Coordinator and an Instructional Associate Professor at Texas A&M University. He specializes in various aspects of creative writing and has a keen interest in Romantic and Victorian British fiction, theories of the literary fantastic, folklore, and contemporary literature. Harris holds an M.F.A. from Bowling Green State University and both a Ph.D. and an M.A. from the University of Washington. He has published numerous short stories and has received several accolades, including being a finalist for the Tucson Festival Books Literary Awards and the New Millennium Writing Awards. In addition to his fiction work, he has also contributed to screenplays and has received recognition in various screenplay contests. His academic focus encompasses not only creative writing but also a deep engagement with popular culture and theoretical approaches to novels. Harris has been honored multiple times for his contributions to literature, including receiving the Gertrude Stein Award and being nominated for the Pushcart Prize. With a strong background in teaching and creative endeavors, he continues to influence students and literature enthusiasts alike through his courses and publications.

Research Interests

Awards

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Gertrude Stein Award

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Honorable Mention

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Finalist

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Silver Remi

2017-04-01
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Psychopomp Magazine Short Fiction Contest

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.