Alan Dessen
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Alan C. Dessen passed away on January 20, 2026. A scholar, husband and father, he taught at UNC for over 30 years, retiring in 2005 as the Peter G. Phialas Professor (Emeritus) of English Literature. Alan's scholarship spanned more than 40 years of publications. He was passionate about bringing...
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