Natalya Kuznetsova

Natalya Kuznetsova is an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in the Department of World Languages and Cultures at the University of Utah since August 2018. Her expertise centers on Russian language education, curriculum development, and cultural studies.

• PhD in Curriculum, Literacy, and Cultural Studies from West Virginia University (2018)
• ACTFL OPI Full Tester Certification (2022-2028), focusing on oral language proficiency assessment

She teaches advanced Russian courses including cinema, literature, conversation, and cultural topics. Her pedagogical approach integrates interdisciplinary methods and real-world language applications.

Awarded the Career Champion of The Year by the University of Utah's Career and Professional Development Center in 2021, she actively contributes to graduate teaching assistant training and curriculum innovation in language education.