Arlene Ovalle-Child

Arlene Ovalle-Child is an Assistant Professor at the College of Humanities at Simmons University, specializing in Spanish language pedagogy and cultural studies. She focuses on community-building in classrooms and integrating social justice frameworks into second language acquisition through culturally relevant materials and art forms.

• PhD, Hispanic Language and Literatures, Boston University
• MA, Hispanic Studies, Boston College
• BA, Physics and Spanish, Drew University

Her research explores intersections of cultural studies and language education, emphasizing social justice pedagogy, curriculum development, and authentic Spanish engagement. She actively presents at conferences like the New England Modern Language Association and the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages.

Scientific Awards:

• Teaching Excellence Award, Boston College
• Teaching Excellence Award, Boston University