María Morado Vázquez

María Morado Vázquez is a Lecturer in the Spanish Department at Ohio State University, serving as Assistant Director of the Spanish Language Program. She specializes in Second Language Acquisition and Syntax, with additional expertise in Galician language research and sworn translation.

• Ph.D. in Hispanic Linguistics (University of Georgia)
• M.A. in TESOL (West Virginia University)
• B.A. in Translation and Interpreting (University of Valladolid, Spain)

Her research focuses on syntax-discourse interfaces in Spanish SLA, particularly subject-verb word order variation in intransitive verbs. She connects linguistic theory to pedagogical practice through student-directed input analysis.

Previously coordinated University of Georgia's study abroad program in Spain, combining teaching with international educational leadership. She employs communicative methods to cultivate inclusive, progressive language learning environments.