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Eduardo Leão is an Assistant Instructional Professor in Spanish at the University of Chicago, affiliated with the Department of Hispanic and Luso-Brazilian Studies. He teaches courses in Spanish, Portuguese, and English as a Foreign Language, emphasizing language acquisition and cultural immersion. His office is located at Gates-Blake 222B, and he holds regular office hours on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Eduardo Leão earned a degree in Portuguese from the Universidade do Estado do Amazonas in Brazil and completed his Ph.D. in Hispanic and Luso-Brazilian Studies at the University of Chicago. His academic journey intertwines multiple linguistic and cultural domains, reflecting his expertise in transnational literature and education.
His research interests center on Latin American contemporary literature, with a focus on science fiction and Amazonian studies. These areas explore themes such as cultural identity, environmental narratives, and socio-political critiques in the region. His work bridges disciplinary boundaries, engaging with literature, cultural studies, and environmental analysis.
Recent courses include
- SPAN 10100 Beginning Elementary Spanish I (Autumn 2024)
- SPAN 10300 Beginning Elementary Spanish III (Winter 2023, Spring 2023, Spring 2024, Winter 2025)
- SPAN 20100 Language, History, and Culture I (Winter 2025)
- SPAN 21955 Latin American Literatures and Cultures: 20th and 21st Centuries (Winter 2023, Autumn 2023)
- PORT 23424 Building a Nation: Brazilian Culture from Modernism to the Present (Winter 2024)
While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his scholarly contributions highlight innovative approaches to literary analysis and cultural studies. His teaching and research reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary education and the exploration of underrepresented narratives in Latin America.
