Angel Ruiz Blanco

Dr. Ángel Ruiz Blanco is an Assistant Professor of Translation and Interpretation in the Department of World Languages at San José State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics with emphasis in second-language acquisition from University of California, Davis, a law degree from University of Seville, and certification as an official DELE examiner from Instituto Cervantes.

His research integrates linguistics and professional applications, focusing on translation/interpretation theory, language for specific purposes (particularly legal Spanish), and heritage language pedagogy. He develops academic programs incorporating service-learning components to bridge classroom instruction with community needs.

Prior to his academic career, Dr. Ruiz Blanco developed bilingual programs for the Hispanic community in Contra Costa County and taught legal Spanish to the California Superior Court and Bar Association for five years. His professional background includes practicing law in Spain and developing court access programs for Spanish speakers.