Editorial Committee

The Vanderbilt University Press Editorial Committee is composed of twelve members of the university faculty. Each member is appointed by the Provost for a three-year term. The Editorial Committee reviews and approves book proposals, contributes to editorial and acquisition policies, and offers guidance and support.

2024–2025 Committee Members

  • Jada Benn Torres, Anthropology
  • Lesley Gill, Anthropology (emerita)
  • Leah Lowe, Theatre
  • Michelle Murray, Spanish and European Studies
    (Editorial Committee chair, 2024–26)
  • Karen Ng, Philosophy
  • Anthony Reed, English
  • Doug Shadle, Blair School of Music
  • Daniel Sharfstein, History and Law
  • Phillis Sheppard, Divinity School
  • Paul Stob, American Studies
  • Ben Tran, English and Asian Studies
  • Isaac West, Communication Studies

Ex officio members:

  • Tracy Sharpley-Whiting, Vice Provost for Arts, Libraries, and Global Engagement
  • Gianna Mosser, Director, Vanderbilt UP