Regina Morin

Regina Morin serves as Professor of Spanish in the Department of World Languages and Cultures within TCNJ's School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Her academic home is Bliss Hall, where she teaches courses spanning Spanish linguistics, medical interpreting, phonetics, and professional language applications.

Educational Background:

• Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics, Georgetown University (1997)
• M.A. in Spanish Philology, Middlebury College (1983)
• B.A. in Spanish, University of Maryland Baltimore County (1982)

Dr. Morin's research centers on Spanish linguistics with specialized focus on lexical borrowing patterns, particularly in technology and fashion domains, medical Spanish applications, and phonetic adaptation of loanwords. Her work examines how English influences contemporary Spanish through internet communication, medical contexts, and gendered language variation. Recent scholarship emphasizes social justice applications in medical and legal interpreting.

Her publication trends reveal sustained investigation into language contact phenomena since 2002, evolving toward practical applications in professional settings. Current research integrates community engagement through medical Spanish service-learning initiatives and certificate program development for Spanish-speaking professions.

As an active educator, Dr. Morin serves on the HSS Curriculum Committee (2022-2025) and mentors students through the Office of Student Transitions. Her teaching portfolio includes foundational courses through advanced topics like Spanish Phonetics and Medical Interpreting, with emphasis on linguistic precision and real-world application.