Eric Warner

Eric Warner, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Spanish and French and the Spanish Internship Coordinator at Ferris State University’s Department of English, Literature, and World Languages. He joined Ferris in 2009 and previously taught since 1999. His roles include co-directing Ferris’ annual Study Abroad program to Costa Rica and coordinating the Spanish for the Professions major launched in 2015.

Education: PhD in Hispanic Cultural Studies from Michigan State University; MA in Spanish (Western Michigan University); BA in Liberal Arts (French/Spanish) from University of Wisconsin–River Falls; French Immersion from Université Laval; and an ongoing MA in French and Francophone Studies at Michigan State University.

Research interests focus on immigrant and exile perspectives in film and literature, globalization’s impact on marginalized populations, and bilingual workforce development. He advocates for global competencies through language education, emphasizing cultural capital and community engagement. His professional experience includes work as an interpreter/translator for the Telamon Corporation, supporting farmworker communities.

Recent presentations include discussions on language learning in higher education (Fulbright Association 2024), intercultural communication in study abroad programs (Michigan World Language Association 2024), and Spanish for the Professions’ career-focused curriculum (ISLSP & CIBER BL 2024). He has also emphasized equity and active learning in language classrooms (MIWLA 2023).

Awarded the 2022 Distinguished Teacher Award, Dr. Warner’s contributions extend to curriculum innovation, including dual-enrollment hybrid models with Charlotte High School and fostering inclusive learning environments through Safe Zone training.