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Jason Bartles is a Professor of Spanish and MALC Graduate Coordinator at West Chester University's Department of Languages and Cultures. He holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from the University of Maryland, College Park, and a B.A. from Gettysburg College. His research spans Latin American literature/film, global science fiction, queer studies, and utopian thought. Notable works include *ARTELETRA* (Purdue UP, 2021), which examines 1960s Latin American politics, and the novel *A Valley to Harness* (2024).
- Education: B.A. Gettysburg College; M.A./Ph.D. University of Maryland
- Roles: MALC Graduate Coordinator, Creative Writing Advisor, Chair of the Department
Research emphasizes marginalized voices in literature, utopian/dystopian narratives, and intersections of gender/queer theory. Recent projects explore climate fiction and burnout in contemporary society. Awards include LASA's Best Humanities Book Honorable Mention (2021).
Teaching spans undergraduate/graduate levels, including courses on global fantasy, Latin American cultures, and advanced Spanish language. Active in creative writing, he edits *Flash Fiction Online* and publishes speculative fiction.
- Labs/Teams: Coordinates the MALC program and contributes to WCU's Hispanic Cultural Studies initiatives.
