Biography
John Alexander is currently the Associate Director of SHANTI (Social Sciences, Humanities and the Arts Network of Technological Initiatives) which is a newly established faculty-led center at the University of Virginia. This work involves many of the most interesting and advanced projects at the University, a prospect not unlike the proverbial briar patch.
John's educational background in the humanities, his experience teaching at four institutions of higher education, and his experiences as a general manager at UVa for over 40 years have almost prepared him for his current responsibilities.
Currently, John teaches a course on "Spiritual Journeys in Young Adult Fiction" at UVa.
