Katrina Van Brugh

Prof. Katrina Van Brugh is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Southern Maine (USM), affiliated with the College of Science, Technology, and Health. She holds a BA in Spanish from the University of Maine (1986), an MA in Latin American Literature (with a focus on Women Writers) from Purdue University (1989), and is ABD (All But Dissertation) in her PhD candidacy at the University of Massachusetts. Her teaching spans diverse institutions, including Colby, Bates, and UM, but she prioritizes her adjunct role at USM to balance family life as a single parent while pursuing scholarly interests.

• Education: PhD Candidate (UMass), MA (Purdue, 1989), BA (University of Maine, 1986)

Her research interests center on Latin American literature, particularly women writers, and Spanish language pedagogy. She has presented scholarly work at conferences and spent a Rotary Club-funded year at the Universidad de Costa Rica, where she also participated in cultural activities like the Coro Sinfonico Nacional. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes integrating language with cultural context, reflecting her experiences abroad and dedication to accessible education.

While no specific awards or grants are listed, her career highlights interdisciplinary engagement with literature, linguistics, and community-focused education. She prioritizes mentorship through flexible academic roles aligned with her domestic and travel commitments.