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Dr. Braden Clinger is an Assistant Professor of Spanish (3-year Term) at Simpson College in the Department of Literature, Language, and Culture. He teaches Spanish courses at all levels, including specialized topics such as Translation and Spanish for the Professions. Originally from Idaho, his academic foundation includes multilingual education, folk/popular culture studies, and rural community dynamics.
Education:
- Ph.D. Hispanic Language and Literatures, Boston University (2024)
- M.A. Hispanic Language and Literatures, Boston University (2020)
- B.A. English (Literary Studies), Utah State University (2015)
- B.A. Spanish, Utah State University (2015)
Research Focus: Dr. Clinger's scholarship centers on Latin American cultural production in the Southern Cone region (Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay), examining transnational relations through indigenous heritage frameworks. His work analyzes diverse media including literature, film, museums, digital games, and mythological narratives to revitalize academic discourse on this understudied area.
Awards & Grants:
- Teaching Excellence Award from Boston University's Romance Studies Department (2021)
- Paraguay Research Travel Grant (2022)
Professional Experience: Prior to Simpson College, he served as a North American Language and Culture Assistant in Andalusia, Spain (2015-2017), developing practical language education frameworks. His teaching methodology emphasizes student-centered, culturally grounded, proficiency-based pedagogy.
