Celia Bravo Díaz

Celia Bravo Díaz is an Assistant Instructional Professor in Spanish at the University of Chicago. She holds a PhD in Hispanic Linguistics from the University of Minnesota (with a focus on second language acquisition), an MA in Hispanic and Lusophone Literatures, Cultures, & Linguistics from the same institution, and a BA in Translation and Interpretation from the University of Granada, Spain. She is also a Sworn Translator certified by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation.

Education:

• PhD in Hispanic Linguistics, University of Minnesota
• MA in Hispanic and Lusophone Literatures, Cultures, & Linguistics, University of Minnesota
• BA in Translation and Interpretation, University of Granada, Spain

Research Interests:

• Second language acquisition of Spanish sound categories
• Influence of linguistic, individual, and social factors on language learning
• Language variation in monolingual and bilingual communities in Spain

Professional Roles:

• International Baccalaureate Examiner for Spanish Language Acquisition
• DELE (Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language) Examiner

Teaching Approach: Employs collaborative and inquiry-based methods to engage students in understanding Spanish linguistic diversity, fostering critical thinking applicable across disciplines.

Recent Courses Taught:

• SPAN 20100, 20102, 20200, 20302, 20400, 20401, and 21100
• Courses focus on language, culture, heritage speakers, and advanced composition

Professional Achievements:

• Sworn Translator certification from the Spanish Ministry

Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advisees listed; focuses on teaching and curriculum development.