معرفی
J. Buentello Benavides is an Assistant Professor of English in the College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. from Texas Tech University with a specialization in creative writing, focusing on fiction. Her work bridges literary creation and critical theory, with strong engagement in translation and feminist discourse.
Her research interests include:
- Contemporary American prose
- Translation theory and praxis
- Chicana feminist theory
- Borderland narratives
- Creative writing (fiction)
Her creative works and translations have been published in respected journals such as The Florida Review, Denver Quarterly, and Los Angeles Review. A manuscript titled Border Girls was recently recognized as second place in the Everett Southwest Literary Award. Her publications reflect a deep engagement with identity, language, and cultural hybridity, particularly within Chicana and border experiences.
Her notable recognitions include:
- Hedgebrook writer-in-residence alumna
- Finalist for the Newfound Prose Prize
- Finalist for The Florida Review’s Editors’ Prize
- Pushcart Prize nomination
- Second place, Everett Southwest Literary Award
She is actively involved in writing, teaching, and literary translation. While no specific grants or student advising roles are mentioned, her residency and award nominations indicate a strong presence in the literary and academic communities. Her work contributes significantly to discussions on gender, ethnicity, and narrative form in contemporary literature.
