Western New England University Congratulates Ryan M. Shea for Earning the Dean's Prize for Literary and Cultural Studies

2017 Jun 6

The Department of English at Western New England University is pleased to congratulate Ryan Shea for earning the Dean's Prize for Literary and Cultural Studies. This award honors the best essays written for 200 level and above courses in the area of literary or cultural criticism. Second prize was awarded to Shea for his essay "Dimmesdale in the Forest: A Glimpse of Freedom."

Judged by a panel of department faculty, the entries are evaluated in terms of analysis, argument, and written presentation.

"While covering a wide range of subjects and styles, the winning entries all match careful attention to detail and original insight." said Associate Professor of English Edward Wesp. "The winning submissions distinguished themselves from a strong field of entries not only by the quality of the writing, but also because each offered a compelling vision. The essays, story, and poem each leave their reader with a clearer view of the culture in which we live."

Congratulations Ryan!