Carol Curiel

Carol Curiel is a Lecturer specializing in the History of Literature and the intersection of Literature with Philosophy. Her research focuses on Metaphor and Narrative Theory, particularly in the works of De Man and Ricoeur. She has presented at conferences such as the WAC Conference, Renaissance Society of America, and Indiana College English Association.

• Education: Ph.D. in English (Purdue University, 2000), M.A. in English (Cal Poly State Univ, 1988), Teaching Credential (Cal Poly State Univ, 1987), B.A. in English (Santa Clara University, 1986)

Her academic awards include the Purdue University Fellowship (1990–1992), Summer Research Grant (1993), and membership in Phi Kappa Phi, Sigma Tau Delta, and Alpha Sigma Nu honor societies. Her work bridges literary analysis with philosophical inquiry, emphasizing metaphor’s role in shaping cultural narratives.