The Department of Comparative Literature is pleased to introduce our exciting new faculty addition this Fall 2024: Professor Mehtap Ozdemir. With a focus on Middle Eastern cultural and literary modernities, her research encompasses a range of interdisciplinary interests, including comparative poetics and world literature. Professor Ozdemir is particularly engaged in critical translation theory, exploring how translation shapes cultural narratives. Her work delves into literary ethics, Sufi aesthetics, and the novel, examining the moral dimensions of storytelling. Additionally, she investigates themes of decolonization and intellectual history, shedding light on the complexities of cultural exchange and representation. We look forward to her contributions and insights, which will undoubtedly enrich our academic community!