Associate Professor of Spanish
About
Website:
Calendly Page for Appointment Sign-up for Education AbroadOffice Hours:
Regular Office Hours 10-11:00 Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday via Zoom link in courses. For Education Abroad Pre and Re-evaluation of Credits OR individual meetings via Zoom Use the calendly link above - Tuesdays & Thursdays -1:00pm-2:30pm. If needed we can work to find another time.Role:
FacultyPosition:
- Associate Professor of Spanish
Concentration:
- 20th Century Spanish American Prose
Department:
- Languages, Literatures and Culture
Education:
- Ph.D. Texas Tech University
Biography
I have been at Colorado State University since August 1999. I am currently an Assistant Professor of Spanish. A native of Parral, Chihuahua , Mexico, I received my Ph.D. in 20th Century Spanish American Literature from Texas Tech University in 1987. My many areas of interest include: contemporary Spanish American prose, issues in culture, translation and interpreting, as well as the teaching of reading and writing skills. I have also worked extensively as a translator for the Department of Justice and other organizations.
I am also the co-director of the 2nd and 3rd year language program as well as the Language and Culture Studies Center director.
Courses
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LSPA 300-004: Reading and Writing for Communication – Spanish
SyllabusDevelopment of reading and writing proficiency through an in-depth examination of contemporary writing.
Placement exam can allow bypassing of LSPA 201. (The placement exam does not give credit.) A score of 4 on the AP will give credit for LSPA 200 and LSPA 201. -
LSPA 200-005: Intermediate Spanish II
SyllabusLSPA200 is a student-centered, activities-driven class conducted in Spanish. By the end of the semester students will develop their proficiency in Spanish at the intermediate low level (ACTFL Standards). Students will also improve their 4 skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking) while practicing communicative tasks. Pre-requisite LSPA 200, Score of 3 on AP or with the CSU placement exam
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LSPA 400-005 – Advanced Communication Skills in Spanish
SyllabusDrop in Hours via Teams – Hours Wednesdays 2:30-4:00 I will be available for informal conversations about pesky questions that come up in teaching, and while I won’t provide Official Answers to procedure or policy questions, I will be happy to brainstorm with you to see if we can find an answer.
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