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Edgard Ore-Giron is a Lecturer in the Department of Spanish and Portuguese at the University of Arizona. He holds the prestigious 2018 Five Star Faculty Award, a student-nominated honor recognizing exceptional teaching. As part of a streak of College of Humanities faculty recipients, Ore-Giron emphasizes student growth through language and cultural education. With 10 years of teaching experience, he focuses on introductory Spanish courses, fostering connections with non-native speakers and encouraging students to pursue Spanish as a major/minor.
- Affiliations: Department of Spanish and Portuguese, College of Humanities
Ore-Giron’s research interests include Comparative Andean and Mexican Literature, integrating cultural insights into his pedagogy. Students praise his empathetic approach, particularly his support in overcoming academic fears and embracing challenges. The Five Star Faculty Selection Committee highlighted his dedication to student success, emphasizing his belief that mistakes are growth opportunities.
Awards:
- 2018 Five Star Faculty Award (student-selected)
Teaching Focus: General education Spanish courses, including Spanish 160C (Arts and Politics of Latin America). His teaching philosophy prioritizes holistic student development, aiming to cultivate confidence and critical thinking. The College of Humanities Dean Alain-Philippe Durand commended Ore-Giron’s alignment with the College’s commitment to transformative education.
