Melanie Hernandez

Melanie Hernandez is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at California State University, Fresno, within the College of Arts and Humanities. Her academic work focuses on nineteenth-century U.S. literature, comparative African American and Chicanx Studies, and cultural production.

• Ph.D. in English, University of Washington (2013)
• Certificate in Public Scholarship, Simpson Center for the Humanities (2013)
• M.A. in English, CSU Dominguez Hills (2005)
• B.A. in Psychology, New York University (2002)

Her research emphasizes intersections between African American and Chicanx literary traditions during the nineteenth century, alongside broader cultural analysis. While no specific publications are listed in the provided text, her work aligns with historical and ethnic literary studies trends.

• Research fellowship at American Antiquarian Society
• Research fellowship at LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections, University of Texas, Austin

Prior to her academic career, Dr. Hernandez worked in television and radio for prominent programs like The View, Saturday Night Live!, and The Howard Stern Show. She currently teaches courses ranging from U.S. literature surveys to specialized multiethnic literature and writing workshops.