Title: Distinguished Professor
Company: University of Arizona
Location: Tucson, Arizona, United States
Frederick Kiefer, PhD, Distinguished Professor at the University of Arizona, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Educators for dedication, achievements, and leadership in Higher Education.
Dr. Keifer is recognized as a professor emeritus who taught English at the University of Arizona for several decades before retiring from academia. During his tenure, he was recognized as a distinguished professor in 1995, a testament to his expertise as an undergraduate educator known for his work ethic and passion for the field. As an expert in Shakespeare and his fellow playwrights, Dr. Keifer taught, conducted and disseminated research, and contributed to several committees on campus. Drawn to the field because he had an affinity for reading and writing, Dr. Keifer notably authored five books on Shakespeare and other dramatists during his years as a scholar.
Possessing a rich educational background, Dr. Keifer attended Loyola College in Maryland, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in English in 1967. He was accepted to the prestigious Harvard University thereafter and achieved a Master of Arts and a Doctor of Philosophy in English in 1968 and 1972, respectively. His education played a significant role in his expertise as a noteworthy professional. Beyond his education, Dr. Keifer became affiliated with several industry-related organizations to remain at the forefront of his profession, including the Shakespeare Association of America and the Renaissance Society of America.
Aside from his dedication in the classroom, Dr. Keifer attended a bi-annual professional meeting of the International Shakespeare Association in Strafford-upon-Avon, England. He also served as a judge for a local high school student contest in Arizona, which was sponsored by the English Speaking Union. This London-based international educational organization is known for promoting the English language and cultural exchange. In light of his hard work, Dr. Keifer received a fellowship from The Huntington Library and was honored to receive a Best Book Award in Shakespeare studies from the University of Delaware Press.
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