Ethan Shea

In the spring of 2021, Ethan Shea graduated summa cum laude from Fordham University with a B.A. in English and Film after completing a double major in both subjects. Ethan’s broad interest in storytelling led him to the interdisciplinary field of adaptation studies, where he conducted research on the process of adapting literature to the screen in the midst of ever-changing social and cultural contexts. His background in classical piano performance continues to inform his studies, as stories told through music showed Ethan at a young age how all forms of art have symbiotic relationships with each other.

During his time at Fordham University, Ethan was a Resident Assistant (RA) for first-year residents. As an RA, he enjoyed hosting Super Smash Bros. tournaments and The Bachelor watch parties. In his free time, Ethan enjoys long-distance running, and he is currently training for the 2021 Philadelphia Marathon. Before moving to Villanova, Ethan was a key holder at New York Running Company powered by JackRabbit, one of the busiest specialty running stores in the country. At this job, Ethan learned way too much about running shoes and developed a habit of accumulating more footwear than he has room for. Ethan is looking forward to beginning his role as a Graduate Assistant at Falvey Library while continuing his research on the adaptation process.