This week’s member spotlight features Carmela Mattza. Carmela, an MLA member since 2011, is an active participant in the MLA field bibliography program and the chair of a forum executive committee. Learn about how MLA resources have influenced Carmela’s work:
“The MLA is a dynamic hub of ideas, invaluable for both research and teaching. Beyond its resources, the ADE-ALD Summer Seminar and MAPS Leadership Institutes provide essential administrative guidance, fostering the development of skilled guardians of humanistic knowledge. I consistently find inspiration and stay current with scholarship through the convention’s plenaries, panels, and poster sessions, which offer insights into the work of colleagues nationally and internationally. The MLA book series on teaching invariably enriches my syllabus.”
Recommended resource: “The MLA Convention is an exceptional platform for in person and virtual collaboration and scholarly exchange, distinguished by its accessibility. By removing financial barriers, it empowers scholars to connect, discuss research, and amplify their work’s impact. I also view the MLA Commons and the MLA IB as burgeoning centers for collaboration and knowledge sharing, and I actively advocate for broader participation.”