Gregory Djanikian
- Born:
- August 20, 1949, Alexandria, Egypt
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Poet, Educator
Early Life and Education
- Emigrated to the United States in 1951.
- Received a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania.
- Earned an M.F.A. from Syracuse University.
Career and Major Achievements
- Professor Emeritus of English at the University of Pennsylvania.
- Served as Director of the Creative Writing Program at the University of Pennsylvania.
- Recipient of numerous awards and fellowships, including grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts.
Notable Works
- The Man in the Middle (Carnegie Mellon University Press, 1984)
- Falling Deeply into the World (Carnegie Mellon University Press, 1989)
- About Distance (Carnegie Mellon University Press, 1995)
- Years Later (Carnegie Mellon University Press, 2000)
- So I Will Till the Ground (Carnegie Mellon University Press, 2007)
- Dear Gravity (Carnegie Mellon University Press, 2014)
This gregory djanikian biography highlights his significant contributions to contemporary American poetry and his dedication to teaching.
Legacy and Impact
Gregory Djanikian is recognized for his insightful and often humorous exploration of themes related to family, identity, immigration, and the Armenian diaspora. His poetry is noted for its accessibility, emotional depth, and engagement with social and political issues.