Dr. Sheri Benning

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sheri Benning is an Assistant Professor in the College of Arts and Science at the University of Saskatchewan, specializing in English and Creative Writing. With a B.A. Hons. from the University of Saskatchewan, an M.A. from the University of New Brunswick, and a Ph.D. from the University of Glasgow, her academic journey is marked by a robust engagement with contemporary poetry and poetics, as well as ecocriticism and environmental philosophy. Her artistic contributions extend to poetry collections such as 'Season’s Vagrant Light: New Selected Poems' and 'Thin Moon Psalm', both from Carcanet Press, and her recent work, 'Field Requiem', has garnered critical acclaim, being shortlisted for multiple awards, including the Derek Walcott Prize for Poetry and the Saskatchewan Book Awards. Benning's poems have been featured in prestigious publications like the Paris Review and Poetry Review, further establishing her presence in the literary community. Beyond poetry, her work includes the film 'Winter Sleep', which was screened at various international festivals and received recognition for its artistic merit. Through her teaching and creative endeavors, Sheri Benning continues to contribute to the discourse in contemporary literature and art.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

University of Saskatchewan • Saskatchewan

Teaching courses in Creative Writing and supervising graduate students in English.

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.