Cristina Fuentes

Cristina Fuentes, an Assistant Professor at Chapman University, serves as the Director of the Lower Division Spanish Program within the Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Her academic focus lies in World Languages and Cultures, emphasizing Spanish language education and curriculum development.

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Arts, University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Master of Arts, University of California, Santa Barbara
  • Ph.D., University of California, Irvine

Her research interests center on Spanish language pedagogy, Hispanic cultural studies, and second language acquisition, aligning with her leadership role in the Spanish program. As an instructional faculty member, she actively contributes to undergraduate education and departmental initiatives.