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Samuel J. Huskey is a Professor of Classics and Letters at the University of Oklahoma, specializing in Latin poetry, textual criticism, and digital humanities. He led the Digital Latin Library (DLL), a Mellon Foundation-funded initiative, and contributed to projects like Boccaccio's Shorter Latin Works . His research bridges traditional philology with digital tools, focusing on Ovid, Lucan, and medieval manuscripts. Huskey served as department chair (2009–2019) and chairs committees for organizations like the Society for Classical Studies. He advises undergraduate research and teaches courses in classical literature, Latin language, and digital humanities. Education: PhD (University of Iowa, 2002), BA (University of Oklahoma, 1994). Grants: Multiple Mellon Foundation grants ($1.5M+), including DLL implementation and planning phases. Service: Served on OU committees, led Classical Association of the Middle West and South (CAMWS), and advises Phi Beta Kappa. Labs/Teams: Co-PI on DLL projects with Jason Abbas and Chris Weaver; collaborates on digital tools like TexTile and Pixel-based visualization. Research Interests: Digital critical editions, textual variation visualization, and integrating technology into classical studies. Recent work emphasizes reproducibility in research and open-access publishing. Awards: 2023 OU Center for Faculty Excellence Fellow, 2018 Nancy L. Mergler Mentor Award, and recognition for inspiring teaching (2019).

• Latin Poetry
• Textual Criticism
• Paleography
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Caroline Andrews is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Research Fellow at the University of Oxford's Faculty of Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics. Previously, she held a postdoctoral position at the University of Zurich's Department of Comparative Language Science. She completed her doctorate in Linguistics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a BA in Linguistics at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Her research focuses on understudied languages, particularly in South America and Europe, with a specialization in psycholinguistics, syntax, and cognitive processes. She has been supported by grants including the Fulbright Scholar Award (2023–2024) and an Early Career Research grant from the Leading House for the Latin America region. Her work examines ergative case processing in Shipibo-Konibo, syntactic memory in sentence processing (via priming and interference paradigms), and switch reference constructions in Peruvian languages. She has also contributed to cross-linguistic studies of Basque and investigated primate cognition's role in event comprehension. Recent publications explore neural correlates of case processing in children and adults, animacy effects in Basque, and comparative visual tracking of event roles in humans and apes. Key awards include the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship and grants enabling fieldwork in Peru. She has advised on postdoctoral hiring initiatives and collaborates with teams at Oxford and international institutions. Current projects include studies on intergroup relations, linguistic diversity in academic conferences, and multilingual eye-tracking research.

• Psycholinguistics
• Syntax
• Language Processing
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Andrés Villagrá is a Professor and Associate Dean at Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, Pace University, where he is affiliated with the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures. He is based at the New York City campus and has been a key figure in advancing technology-integrated language education. Education: PhD in Spanish Culture, Literature, and Language, Syracuse University (1992) MA in Counseling, Pace University (2007) BA and MA in Spanish Philology, University of Oviedo, Spain (1986) Dr. Villagrá’s research focuses on Hispanic autobiography , literature of exile , and the application of adaptive learning and intelligent tutoring systems in language instruction. He is particularly interested in how digital tools can enhance cultural and linguistic education through interactive platforms. His recent works reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, blending literary analysis with educational technology . The publications highlight his dual expertise: one in the metafictional narratives of Spanish exiles, and the other in developing mobile and web-based language learning applications. Scientific Awards and Recognition: First Instructional Technology Award, Dyson College, Pace University (2010) Thinkfinity/Verizon Grant (2009) for The Spanish Lounge Dr. Villagrá has secured grant funding and led innovative educational projects, including The Spanish Lounge , an award-winning social and educational platform. He has served in key academic governance roles such as Vice-Chair of the Faculty Assembly and Chair of the Dyson Curriculum Committee. He actively contributes to professional associations including EUROCALL and the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP). He has developed and taught a wide range of courses in Spanish language, culture, and professional communication, and has mentored student collaborations on digital learning tools. His work bridges traditional literary scholarship with cutting-edge pedagogical innovation.

• Hispanic Autobiography
• Literature of Exile
• Narrative of Spanish Exiles
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Michael D. Snediker is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Houston, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. His research spans Queer Theory , Disability Theory , Affect Theory , and Aesthetics , with a focus on intersections between chronic pain, embodiment, and American literature from the 19th to 20th centuries. Education : Ph.D. (2005), M.A. (2003) from Johns Hopkins University; M.Phil. (2000) from Cambridge University; B.A. (1998, summa cum laude) from Williams College. His scholarship engages with poetry and poetics , American Romanticism , and queer/ experimental American poetics , as evidenced by his books Contingent Figure: Chronic Pain and Queer Embodiment (2021) and Queer Optimism (2008). His articles, appearing in journals like differences and Qui Parle , explore topics such as queer phenomenology, chronic objects, and poetic vision. Scientific Awards include the Poets Out Loud Prize , Lambda Finalist recognition, and fellowships at Yaddo. He also contributes actively to queer poetry as a published author.

• Queer Theory
• Disability Theory
• 19th & 20th Century American Literature
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Michelangelo La Luna is a Professor of Italian at the University of Rhode Island's Department of Modern and Classical Languages since 2003. He serves as Director of the URI Summer Program in Calabria, Italy, and leads international programs in Engineering, Business, and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Education: Ph.D., Romance Languages and Literatures, Harvard University, 2001 Ph.D., Albanian Language and Literature, University of Calabria M.A., Romance Languages and Literatures, Harvard University, 1997 B.A., Classics, University of Calabria, 1991 His research focuses on Girolamo De Rada (Italian-Albanian Romantic poet), Dante's Divine Comedy , and Luigi Capuana's fairy tales. He founded the SOPHIA book series dedicated to Italian female writers, particularly Dacia Maraini, and has extensively edited and analyzed Arbëreshë diaspora literature. Key publication themes include: Codex Purpureus Rossanensis historical criticism Dacia Maraini's cross-cultural engagement Dante-Cavalcanti literary relationships Arbëreshë identity in diaspora contexts Italian-American educational collaborations Mediterranean cultural intersections

• Italian Literature
• Albanian Literature
• Dante Studies
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Jonathan Farina is a Professor of English and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Seton Hall University. He specializes in 19th-century British literature, novel theory, and the history of criticism, with a focus on the intersection of literature and science. Education: PhD in English and American Language and Literature from New York University (2008) His research explores the role of everyday language in shaping knowledge in Victorian prose, as detailed in his book *Everyday Words and the Character of Prose in Nineteenth-Century Britain* (Cambridge UP, 2017), which earned an Honorable Mention for the Sonya Rudikoff Prize. Current projects include *Aformalism*, examining alternative forms of Victorian literary criticism. Farina has presented widely at institutions like Princeton, Columbia, and the New York Public Library, and his work appears in venues such as *Victorian Periodicals Review*, *Dickens Studies Annual*, and *Boundary 2 Online*. Awards include the Albert B. Hakim Faculty Service Medal (2021) and recognition for his scholarly contributions. He has served in leadership roles, including Chair of the Faculty Senate, co-chair of the University Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, and roles in strategic planning. His teaching spans Victorian literature, critical theory, and Honors Colloquia on ancient and early-modern worlds. Farina’s interdisciplinary approach bridges literary analysis with historical and scientific inquiry, emphasizing the role of language and form in constructing knowledge systems.

• 19th-Century British Literature
• Novel Theory
• History of Criticism
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Jorge LopezCortina is an Associate Professor of Spanish at Seton Hall University, affiliated with the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures. His work spans theoretical syntax, language teaching methodology, and language revitalization projects. Education : Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University (2008), M.A. in Spanish Linguistics from University of Massachusetts at Amherst (2000), Licenciado (B.A.) in Spanish Philology from Universidad de Oviedo, Spain (1995). His research focuses on the syntax of interrogative sentences, the intersection of structure and informational value in language, and practical applications in language education. He has developed Spanish and Khmer language curricula for institutions like Berlitz International and the U.S. Peace Corps, emphasizing pedagogical innovation and accessibility. The earliest publications listed (2009–2015) highlight his engagement with language education and minority communities. These works span Spanish grammar, Khmer language training, and Cham language revitalization, reflecting interdisciplinary interests in syntax, sociolinguistics, and educational publishing. Scientific Awards : University Fellow at Georgetown University (2000–2004). At Seton Hall, he supervises students in Spanish language and general linguistics. Beyond academia, he founded Mukva , the first Khmer/Cham bilingual magazine, and contributed to language normalization efforts in Cambodia.

• Linguistics
• Syntax
• Language Revitalization
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Natasha Sumner is an Associate Professor of Celtic Languages & Literatures at Harvard University since 2015. She holds a PhD in Celtic Languages & Literatures from Harvard. Her research focuses on Gaelic folklore surrounding the Fionn Mac Cumhaill corpus, Fenian narrative transmission, and intertextuality in 18th-century Scottish Gaelic literature. She also explores Gaelic diaspora heritage in North America. Education: PhD in Celtic Languages & Literatures, Harvard University Research Interests: Historical development of Fenian narratives Conditions for oral tradition transmission Scottish and Irish Gaelic diaspora studies Early medieval Irish poetry (c. 600–1200) Digitization of Gaelic cultural heritage Advising and Grants: No explicitly listed advisees or grant information. Teaching includes courses on Gaelic languages, post-medieval literature, and folklore studies. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with Harvard's Celtic Studies programs and digital humanities initiatives.

• Gaelic Folklore
• Fenian Cycle Narratives
• Intertextuality in Gaelic Literature
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Paul Ojennus serves as an Associate Professor at Whitworth University, specializing in the intersection of classical philology and library science. He has been affiliated with the institution since 2007. His academic work bridges ancient literary studies and modern information organization frameworks. Education: MLIS (University of Washington, 2012), PhD (University of Colorado, Boulder, 2001), MA (University of Colorado, Boulder, 1997), BA (Pacific Lutheran University, 1991) Research focuses on classical texts (Greek and Latin literature) as well as theoretical and practical aspects of information science. His notable work includes dual-part analysis of aesthetic axes in information frameworks (2013) and studies of physical contact in Apollonius Rhodius' Argonautica (2006). Publications span peer-reviewed journals like Classical Journal and Journal of Documentation , as well as Bryn Mawr Classical Review . Areas of teaching include Elementary Latin courses.

• Classical philology
• Classics
• Library science
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Dominique Licops is a Professor of Instruction in French at Northwestern University, specializing in French language pedagogy, Francophone literatures, and cultural diversity in education. She holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Literary Studies and French from Northwestern, alongside certifications in Gender Studies and Germanic Philology. Education: Ph.D. in Comparative Literary Studies/French, Northwestern University Graduate Certificate in Gender Studies, Northwestern University M.A. in Literatures from Commonwealth Countries, Leeds University, UK B.A. in Germanic Philology & Teaching Certificate, Catholic University of Louvain, Belgium Research Focus: Pedagogical strategies for teaching Francophone cultures, postcolonial literature, and diversity/inclusion frameworks in language education. Her work emphasizes Caribbean writers like Aimé Césaire and Algerian novelist Assia Djebar. Administrative Roles: Director of Undergraduate Studies for French (2009–2012) Director of the French Language Program (2012–2021) Administrator of the Paris Program in Critical Theory (2009–2025) Awards: Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Palmes Académiques (2019) Council on Language Instruction Excellence in Teaching Award (2021) Professional Contributions: Led workshops on group dynamics in language classrooms for Midwest high school teachers (sponsored by the French Consulate). Participated in professional development initiatives including the Digital Humanities Summer Institute (2018) and DEI training programs.

• French Literature
• Francophone Studies
• Language Pedagogy
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Mara T. Horowitz is an Assistant Professor in the Global Studies Department at Purchase College , with a focus on anthropological archaeology . Her research spans the Mediterranean Bronze Age , including Cyprus, Anatolia, and Syria, emphasizing connectivity , cultural hybridity , and material culture . BA from Sarah Lawrence College MA and PhD from Columbia University Her work integrates interdisciplinary approaches with materials science, philology, and zooarchaeology. Recent publications analyze ceramic production in Alalakh, foodways , and household archaeology , reflecting her interest in craft agency and landscapes of identity . She founded the Kalavasos-Laroumena and Arkhangelos Archaeological Research Project (K-LAARP) in Cyprus and the Albion Experimental Archaeology Studio in Connecticut. Her scientific awards include multiple grants from Purchase College and international bodies like TÜBİTAK and ASOR. Mara also contributes to museum installations and public archaeology , bridging academic research with community engagement. 2023 : Curtiss T. and Mary G. Brennan Family Fund, Joe D. Seger Grant, Rust Family Fund 2022 : Purchase College JLMC-Individual Development Award (Travel) 2019 : Purchase College JLMC-Individual Development Award, TÜBİTAK funding (2015–2018)

• Anthropological Archaeology
• Mediterranean Bronze Age
• Cyprus
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Jose A. Sainz is an Associate Professor of Spanish and Director of the Center for International Education at the University of Mary Washington (UMW). He holds a Ph.D. in Peninsular Spanish Literature from the University of Maryland, an M.A. in Foreign Languages and Spanish Literature from West Virginia University, and a Licenciatura in English Philology from Universidad de Deusto, Spain. B.A., Universidad de Deusto M.A., West Virginia University Ph.D., University of Maryland His scholarly work focuses on exile studies , testimony , and autobiographical narratives tied to the Spanish Civil War, with publications in journals like La Nueva Literatura Hispánica . He also contributes expertise in 20th-century Spain’s history, politics, and culture , teaching courses on Spanish language, cinema, and translation. As Director of UMW’s Center for International Education, he supports study abroad initiatives and has assisted international students, particularly from Latin America, through media features and outreach. His professional memberships include the Modern Language Association and the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese.

• Peninsular Spanish Literature
• Exile Studies
• Spanish Civil War Narratives
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Jennifer K. Lynn serves as a Senior Lecturer and Language Program Director at Dartmouth College, specializing in Latin language instruction and manuscript research. She maintains her office in Reed Hall, Room 312 (HB 6086). Her academic foundation includes: A.B. from Columbia University Ph.D. from Columbia University Dr. Lynn's research centers on Latin Manuscripts, Latin Pedagogy, and Digital Humanities, with particular expertise in medieval liturgical texts like antiphoners and Books of Hours. She directs The Waste Parchment Project, which pioneers methodologies for analyzing repurposed parchment fragments through digital reconstruction and codicological analysis. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges philology, musicology, and conservation science to explore material culture in Renaissance manuscript production. Her publications reveal consistent engagement with late-medieval codices, emphasizing physical composition and liturgical context. The work demonstrates growing integration of computational tools for fragment reassembly and paleographic analysis across ecclesiastical and devotional manuscripts. She teaches specialized courses including Latin 10.04 (Latin Palaeography and Manuscripts) and Latin 10.01 (Landscapes of Latin Literature), training students in manuscript transcription and historical contextualization. The Waste Parchment Project operates as her primary research collective, documented through an active Dartmouth-hosted blog featuring collaborative findings on parchment reuse practices.

• Latin Manuscripts
• Latin Pedagogy
• Digital Humanities
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Brian Krostenko is an Associate Professor in the Department of Classics at the University of Notre Dame, holding a Ph.D. and M.A. from Harvard University and an A.B. from Princeton University. Based in 243 O'Shaughnessy Hall, he specializes in the linguistic and rhetorical dimensions of Roman political culture during the Late Republic period. His educational background includes: Ph.D., Harvard University M.A., Harvard University A.B., Princeton University Dr. Krostenko's research centers on Rhetoric and Linguistics of the Late Roman Republic , with particular emphasis on Cicero's oratory, Catullus' poetry, and the intersection of language with social hierarchy and legal frameworks. His work employs historical semantics and discourse analysis to examine how Roman elites weaponized linguistic choices for political positioning during the Republic's collapse. His publications demonstrate sustained focus on rhetorical strategies in Cicero's legislative speeches and poetic language in Catullus, revealing patterns where linguistic analysis exposes ideological conflicts beneath surface-level political discourse. This scholarship bridges philological precision with sociohistorical context to interpret Roman textual production as political performance. No scientific awards are documented in the available source material. Information regarding graduate student mentorship and research funding mechanisms remains unspecified in current records, though his teaching portfolio indicates active engagement with advanced Latin composition and historical linguistics instruction.

• Rhetoric
• Linguistics
• Late Roman Republic
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Ling-Wei Kung is an Assistant Research Fellow at Academia Sinica's Institute of History and Philology and a PhD candidate in History and East Asian Studies at Columbia University. His research examines early modern China-Inner Asia relations through multilingual archives, with focus on intelligence networks, trans-regional trade, and religious exchanges. Education includes: B.A. in History, National Taiwan University (2012) M.A. (2015) and M.Phil (2018) from Columbia University Research stays at Tibet, Kyoto, Kyushu, Peking, and Renmin Universities Research interests span: Early Modern China-Inner Asia relations Tibetan/Mongolian/Manchu philology History of intelligence and trade networks Comparative imperialism (Qing, Mughal, Tsarist Russia) Buddhist material culture Publications demonstrate consistent focus on Qing Dynasty's Eurasian connections through multilingual sources. Recent works analyze Tibetan Buddhism's political role, intelligence networks across Himalayan borderlands, and methodological innovations in Inner Asian historiography. Awards and recognition: Yu Ying-Shih Prize for Humanities Research (2019) China Times Foundation First Prize for Chinese Studies (2020) Fieldwork funding from ACLS, SSRC, Japan Foundation Current research continues to explore information networks between China and Inner Asia using Manchu, Tibetan, and Mongolian archival materials, with no active lab or student supervision reported.

• Early Modern Chinese History
• Inner Asian History
• Tibetan Philology
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