Education

PhD in Spanish, Pennsylvania State University

Teaching

• Intermediate Spanish
• Spanish Conversation and Composition
• Spanish American Civilization and Culture
• Spanish American Literature
• Spanish Translation

Research and professional interests

• Spanish American Literature
• Brazilian Literature and Portuguese
• Latin American Culture, History, and Politics
• Translation Theory and Practice
• Technology-assisted Language Learning
• Motivation and Self-directed Learning
• Standards-based Instruction and Assessment

Awards and honors