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Christa Jones is a Professor in the Department of World Languages and Cultures at Utah State University, within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. She has been a faculty member since 2008, advancing from Assistant to full Professor by 2019. Her academic background includes a PhD and MA in French Literature from Washington University in Saint Louis and a BA in French and English Literatures from Universität des Saarlandes.
- PhD, French Literature, Washington University in Saint Louis, 2006
- M.A., French Literature, Washington University in Saint Louis, 1996
- B.A., French and English Literatures, Universität des Saarlandes, 1994
Her research centers on colonial and postcolonial North African Francophone literature, film, and music, with a strong focus on Maghrebi cultural expression, fairy tales, and women's voices. She explores themes of identity, decolonization, and narrative form across genres. Her work bridges literary analysis with cultural and gender studies, often highlighting underrepresented voices in Francophone contexts.
The 15 most recent scholarly outputs reflect a consistent engagement with Francophone North Africa, particularly Algeria and the Maghreb. Her publications span literary studies, film, music, folklore, and pedagogy, with recurring keywords including postcolonial studies, cultural identity, and Francophone literature. Subfields such as Maghrebi oral traditions, feminist narratives, and cinematic social critique demonstrate the interdisciplinary breadth of her scholarship.
Her scientific contributions have been recognized through multiple honors:
- Researcher of the Year, Department of World Languages and Cultures, 2024
- Researcher of the Year Award, LPSC, Utah State University (2017, 2011)
- Advisor of the Year Award, LPSC, 2009
- GEM Seed Grant, $5,000, 2009
- CARE Award, $1,902, 2017
- Multiple travel and research grants from USU and affiliated centers
- Outstanding Professor Award, University of Nebraska, 2008
Christa Jones has been an active mentor and advisor, recognized with the Advisor of the Year Award in 2009. She has secured significant grant funding for research, including interviews with filmmaker Merzak Allouache and the development of study abroad programs. Her professional service includes editorial roles, participation in NEH seminars, and leadership as Associate Department Head (2015–2017). She continues to co-edit major scholarly volumes and is deeply involved in curriculum development, particularly in business French and cultural studies.
While no formal lab or research team is mentioned, her editorial projects and collaborative research indicate leadership in scholarly communities focused on Francophone studies, folklore, and North African cultural production.
