Bahareh Jaleh

Bahareh Jaleh is a Persian language lecturer and Iranian-American visual artist at the University of Maryland, College Park. She holds a B.A. in Graphic Design (2009, San Diego State University) and an MFA in Visual Art (2013, UMD). Her work bridges art and language education, emphasizing creative approaches to language acquisition.

Affiliations:

• Persian Flagship Program - Content Developer
• Persian Summer Language Institute - 12-year veteran

Research Focus: Explores how visual arts and graphic design principles can enhance Persian language learning. Specializes in developing innovative curricula that integrate cultural context with linguistic training.

Program Contributions: Leads course development for flagship programs and summer institutes, creating immersive learning environments that combine traditional language instruction with artistic expression.