معرفی
Dr. Irina Rodriguez is an Affiliate Assistant Professor of Modern Languages at the University of Dallas, specializing in Spanish, Italian, French, and Comparative Literature. She directs the Spanish Placement program, advises the Spanish Club, and oversees senior theses in Comparative Literature. Her research focuses on comparative literature, European history, and Soviet/post-Soviet memoir studies. Fluent in six languages, she has established international study programs in France, Italy, and Costa Rica, and leads Ukrainian cultural initiatives in Dallas.
Education:
- PhD, English Literature, Texas A&M University-Commerce
- M.A., Spanish and Spanish/Latin American Literature, Texas A&M University-Commerce
- M.S., Journalism, University of Kansas
- M.S., Philology, Kharkiv State University
- B.S., Philology, Kharkiv State University
Research Interests: Comparative literature frameworks, cultural pluralism, Soviet/post-Soviet identity formation in memoirs, and innovative language pedagogy.
Recent Work Trends: Her publications explore intersections of political history with literary narratives, particularly regarding Ukrainian/Soviet experiences. Recent articles address geopolitical conflicts through memoir analysis and foreign language education challenges.
Awards:
- Dean’s Travel Funds (2022, 2016)
- AATI Travel Grant (2017)
- University of Kansas Teaching Excellence Award (2000)
Advising & Outreach: Advised over 50 students through senior thesis programs and study-abroad initiatives. Active in humanitarian efforts for Ukrainian communities and cultural preservation through Zorya Ukrainian Dance Ensemble.
