Biography On Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, Eric David Rothstein, Edgar W. Lacy Emeritus Professor of English at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, most loving husband and father, followed stage directions: “Exit, pursued by a bear.” Eric took a position at University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1961. UW–Madison’s Department of English remained Eric’s beloved scholarly and teaching home …
Biography Prof. Steele was a dedicated teacher who inspired countless students. In 1992, he was the recipient of the James R. Underkofler Excellence in Teaching Award, an honor given each year to only four teachers across the UW System. One former student, Joel Cupelli (BA ’09), admired Prof. Steele for his ability to teach “not …
Biography It is with sorrow that the English department announces the death of Howard D. Weinbrot, Ricardo Quintana Professor English, Emeritus and Vilas Research Professor of English, Emeritus. Professor Weinbrot, who after retiring from the University of Wisconsin moved to California, died from Covid-19 on January 19, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Dawn …