Mauricio Nava

Dr. Mauricio Nava is a faculty member at Greenville University, specializing in teaching Spanish, French, and indigenous languages such as Náhuatl and Maya epigraphy. His research focuses on Latin American literature, particularly the works of Mexico's Original Peoples and Hispanic immigrant experiences in the U.S. He holds a doctorate from Bethel University, where his dissertation analyzed school climate's impact on Hispanic students' academic performance in Arizona. His career includes presentations at international literary congresses and contributions to legal and educational journals.

Education:

• B.A. in Spanish and French Education (Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota)
• M.A. (Minnesota State University)
• Doctorate in Education (Bethel University, Saint Paul, Minnesota)
• Studies at Institut Français d’Amérique Latine and Sorbonne University, Paris

Research & Publications: Dr. Nava has published works on Mexican legal systems, bilingual education, and indigenous literature. His recent translations and literary analyses highlight cross-cultural narratives. Presentations include discussions on Mexican airmen in WWII and educational equity, featured in venues like Santiago, Chile, and Nashville, Tennessee.

Professional Engagement: Active in academia and public discourse, Dr. Nava combines scholarly rigor with community-focused storytelling. His work bridges cultural, linguistic, and historical dimensions of marginalized communities in Mexico and the U.S.