Education:
Ph.D., Spanish, University of Iowa 1982
M.A., Spanish, University of Iowa
B.A., Latin American Studies/Spanish, Baylor University
| Specializations: Latin American 20th Century Literature Brazilian theater Spanish American theater Latin American culture Service learning/Study abroad |
Teaching: Currently teaching Latin American Culture (Spanish 3211), Literature of Spain (Spanish 3280), and first and second year language courses at UMSL. Taught all levels of language, Latin American literature classes, interdisciplinary courses in English focusing on Latin America, study abroad/service learning courses in Mexico and Costa Rica.
Personal History: Originally from Brazil, grew up speaking Portuguese and English. Learned Spanish at 12 while living in Mexico City. Currently living on a farm with rescue animals in Illinois.