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Apryl Lewis received her PhD in English from Texas Tech University in 2021. Her research interests center on contemporary African American literature, Black Feminist Studies, intersectionality, and trauma studies. Her book, Black Feminism and Traumatic Legacies Within Contemporary African American Literature (Lexington Books), examines select African American novels and applies trauma studies and Black Feminist Studies to advance scholarly discussions about an African American literary tradition that articulates the impact of slavery’s traumatic legacy over time.  

When she's not teaching or writing, Apryl can be found watching college and professional football and basketball games. Her favorite teams are the Kansas City Chiefs, the Miami Heat, and the Texas Tech Red Raiders. 

Doctor of Philosophy, English—Texas Tech University 

Master of Arts, English—Texas A&M University-Commerce 

Bachelor of Arts, English—Texas Tech University