Amy Hornby Uribe

Dr. Amy Hornby Uribe is a Professor and Department Chair of Global Studies & World Languages at Winona State University (WSU), part of the College of Liberal Arts. She specializes in bilingual education and teacher training, focusing on empowering underserved students and future world language educators. Her work emphasizes fostering pride in cultural diversity and practical pedagogical strategies like the dictogloss method.

She has led initiatives such as the Civic Engagement & Leadership Conference, partnering with Dr. Linda D’Amico to support bilingual high school students. As Future Educator Outreach Coordinator for the Minnesota Council on the Teaching of Languages and Cultures (MCTLC), she promotes student participation in professional conferences, securing WSU’s reputation in language education.

In 2023, she received the MCTLC Certificate of Recognition for her mentorship of teacher candidates, licensure exam preparation, and clinical placement support. Her teaching philosophy prioritizes student interaction and community engagement, stating that classroom time rejuvenates her during challenging periods.

Hobbies include farming, hiking the Driftless Region, and tandem bicycling with her husband. She advocates for educational equity through curriculum integration of student identities, particularly for Latinx and immigrant communities.