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Dean J. Guarnaschelli is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature, Languages, and Linguistics at Hofstra University, where he has taught German language and culture since 2004. His academic background includes a Ph.D. in World History and an Ed.M. in language teaching from SUNY institutions, complementing his focus on cultural and linguistic education.
- Ph.D., St. John's University, Jamaica
- Ed.M., SUNY College at Buffalo
- B.A., SUNY College at Buffalo
His research emphasizes Northern Europe, particularly Germany and Scandinavia, analyzing historical narratives, literature, and contemporary pop culture through the lens of cultural memory and post-WWII identity. He integrates language instruction with cultural studies, encouraging students to explore German as a medium for understanding broader societal contexts.
Guarnaschelli’s dissertation, "Lothar-Günther Buchheim’s 'Das Boot': Memory and the Nazi Past", reflects his expertise in connecting literary analysis with historical discourse. He teaches courses like "Realism and Human Value" and "Intermediate German", focusing on outcome-based language acquisition for American English speakers.
