Amal El Haimeur

Dr. Amal El Haimeur serves as an Assistant Professor of African and African-American Studies and Coordinator of the African & African Diasporic Language Program at the University of Kansas. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and is an ACTFL OPI-certified language tester. Her work bridges linguistic theory with pedagogy, focusing on heritage language education, second language acquisition, and technology-enhanced learning.

• Education: Ph.D. in Linguistics (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee)
• Certification: ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview Tester

Her research explores Moroccan Arabic heritage speakers in France, North African women’s cultural agency, and the intersection of language policy with identity. She emphasizes curricular innovation and online learning strategies to improve Arabic language instruction. Current projects include analyzing women’s roles in Arabic media and reviving historical narratives like the legacy of Sayyida al-Hurra.

Publications span linguistic analysis (e.g., verb derivation patterns) to cultural studies (e.g., women in Arabic video clips). Upcoming works include a book chapter on North African queens and a collaborative textbook on Arabic writing pedagogy.

Dr. El Haimeur leads the African & African Diasporic Language Program, fostering linguistic diversity through courses in Arabic and other African languages. She advocates for inclusive curricula that reflect diasporic experiences and empower marginalized voices.