Opportune Zongo

Opportune Zongo is an Associate Professor at Bowling Green State University's School of Cultural & Critical Studies, affiliated with Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and Romance and Classical Studies (French). He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California at Santa Cruz and has contributed to interdisciplinary, multicultural, and Francophone studies through teaching and research.

• Education: Ph.D., University of California at Santa Cruz

His research focuses on African and Caribbean literatures, gender studies, and ethnic studies, with publications on globalization and Burkina Faso cinema/literature. He has directed study abroad programs in France, Burkina Faso, and Quebec, and participated in academic conferences as a reviewer. Awards include a Summer NEH Fellowship.

• Scientific Awards: Summer NEH Fellowship

He coordinates Francophone culture modules and has led academic year abroad programs, demonstrating commitment to international education and cultural exchange.