Jacob C. Brown

Jacob C. Brown is an Assistant Professor of Instruction at Northwestern University, holding a PhD (2022) and MA (2018) in Spanish and Portuguese from Vanderbilt University. His academic work centers on Afro-Latin American studies, antiracist pedagogy, and cultural criticism. He actively integrates diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into his teaching, designing courses and activities that highlight marginalized communities' narratives.

His research explores intersections of race, memory, and representation in literature, with publications in Hispania and presentations at LASA and AATSP conferences. He co-chairs the CLI Outreach Committee and coordinates Portuguese extracurricular events, fostering student engagement in global cultural initiatives.

Recent articles analyze Afro-Latin American authorship, Brazilian vampire fiction's mythologies, and Dominican diasporic identity. His work challenges traditional narratives by prioritizing marginalized voices and systemic critique.

He holds graduate certificates in College Teaching, Latin American Studies, and Second Language Studies, emphasizing practical pedagogical innovation alongside theoretical research.