Jane De Leon Griffin

Jane De Leon Griffin is a Professor of Modern Languages and the Associate Provost for Student Success at Bentley University. She has dedicated her career to exploring literary and cultural dynamics in Latin America while leading initiatives to enhance academic experiences and accessibility for students.

• Ph.D. in Comparative Literature, University of California, Irvine (2009)
• MA, University of California, Irvine
• BA, University of Wisconsin, Madison

Her research centers on alternative forms of cultural and literary production, with a focus on:

• Material culture and its intersections with Latin American literature and art
• Minority and marginalized cultural expressions
• Folk art, craft, and non-commercial publishing
• Gender studies and translation studies
• Intellectual property laws and the role of corporate/state sponsorship in the arts

As Associate Provost, she oversees key programs such as the Honors Program, Academic Advising, Student Accessibility Services, and the FirstGen Presidential Fellows program. She also founded the non-profit Inspired Masses, Inc. and organizes the Boston in 100 Words flash fiction contest.