Andrea M. Smith

Andrea M. Smith is a Professor of Hispanic Studies and the Senior Associate Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences at Shenandoah University. She has been employed since 2009 and is located in Henkel 206. Her research focuses on Latin American film, literature, and the intersection of race and gender in cultural production.

Education:

• B.A. in Spanish, University of Virginia
• M.T. in Foreign Language Education, University of Virginia
• M.A. in Spanish (Literature), University of Virginia
• Ph.D. in Spanish (Literature), University of Virginia

Research & Professional Highlights:

• Peer-reviewed publications in Hispánia, Ciberletras, Mise-en-scène, and Studies in Spanish & Latin American Cinemas
• Editor of MIFLC Review, leading its transition to online publication
• Teaching experience at the University of Virginia, Shenandoah University, and Semester at Sea
• Author of book chapters published in the US, UK, Peru, and Argentina

Research Focus: Analyzes gender and race representation in South American film and Spanish-language television, emphasizing their societal implications. Actively engages students in film analysis.

Labs/Teams: Oversees operations of MIFLC Review as its editor, fostering academic discourse in Hispanic studies.