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Sara Jane Miles is a Professor of French and the Service Learning Coordinator in the Department of Modern Languages at Nebraska Wesleyan University. She teaches a broad range of courses in French language, literature, film, and culture, including specialized topics such as Medieval French Literature, Francophone African and Canadian literature, and thematic seminars like 'Midnight in Paris' and 'Haiti Reimagined.' She is actively involved in student engagement through study abroad programs and service learning initiatives.
Education:
- Ph.D., French Language and Literature, University of Virginia, 2005
- M.A., French Language and Literature, University of Virginia, 1996
- B.A., French, University of Oregon Honors College, 1993
Her research focuses on medieval French literary and cultural studies, particularly gender and sexuality, and the late French epic tradition, especially the Nanteuil cycle. She also explores French cinema, Quebec culture and society, and Haitian Creole. Her interdisciplinary teaching reflects a deep commitment to liberal arts education and cultural engagement.
Dr. Miles is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF), the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL), and the Société Rencesvals. She was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa in 1993.
She advises students through office hours held in-person and via Zoom, and encourages appointment scheduling through Calendly. Her work integrates language instruction with cultural analysis, service learning, and international experience processing, fostering holistic student development.
