Kimberly Aragon Stewart

Kimberly Aragon Stewart is an Instructor of Spanish at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where she has taught since 1999. She previously served as an adjunct instructor starting in 1991, specializing in Spanish, linguistics, and English as a Second Language (ESL). Her research focuses on pedagogical strategies for teaching Spanish to Heritage Speakers, informed by interdisciplinary applied linguistics.

Education:

• M.Ed. in Education (ABD), University of Alaska Fairbanks (1994)
• B.A. in Linguistics, University of Alaska Fairbanks (1991)

Her work bridges theoretical linguistics and practical language education, emphasizing bilingualism and culturally responsive teaching methods. She has been recognized for academic excellence through membership in the Phi Kappa Phi honor society.

Professional Affiliations:

• Association of Applied Linguistics
• American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP)
• Alaskans for Language Acquisition