Dr. Nicholas Twemlow

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nicholas Twemlow is an Associate Professor in the Department of English Language and Literature at the University of Chicago. His work spans multiple artistic practices, with a particular interest in poetry and time-based media. He has published two collections of poetry, 'Palm Trees' and 'Attributed Harrow Painter', the latter of which was reviewed by Stephanie Burt in Rain Taxi Review. His poetry often explores personal themes such as parenthood, identity, and the complexities of family dynamics, particularly reflecting on his experiences in Aotearoa New Zealand and Kansas. Twemlow has also worked as a literary editor and is currently focused on editing a draft novel that follows the journey of an eleven-year-old martial arts prodigy. His fascination with martial arts began at an early age, deeply influencing his personal and professional narrative. In addition to his poetry, he has engaged with archival materials to produce critical essays on cultural histories related to martial arts in the United States.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy