James León Weber

James León Weber is an Assistant Instructional Professor in Spanish at the University of Chicago, specializing in Hispanic and Luso-Brazilian Studies. He teaches courses ranging from elementary Spanish language instruction to advanced composition and cultural history. His academic background includes a B.A. from the University of Illinois at Chicago, an M.A. in European Studies from Aarhus University (Denmark), and a Master in Translation Studies from Pompeu Fabra University (Spain), focusing on literary translation.

• Education:
• B.A., University of Illinois at Chicago
• M.A. in European Studies, Aarhus University
• Master in Translation Studies (literary focus), Pompeu Fabra University
• Teaching Focus: Spanish language pedagogy, cultural history, and heritage speaker programs

His research interests emphasize language preservation, cross-cultural translation practices, and the intersection of literature and identity in Latin America and Spain. Though no formal awards or grants are listed, his academic trajectory reflects extensive international experience in education and translation.