Steven Eric Byrd

Steven Eric Byrd is a Professor of Spanish and Portuguese at the University of New England. He holds a Ph.D. in Iberian and Latin American Linguistics from the University of Texas at Austin and an M.A. in Language and Literature from Universidad de las Américas-Puebla. His teaching encompasses Spanish language, linguistics, literature, and Latin American culture, and he has led student programs across Latin America.

Research interests focus on Afro-Brazilian linguistic studies and Brazilian culinary history. Byrd directs theater productions through the UNE Players drama club and received university-wide recognition for teaching excellence and student mentorship.

Awards:

• Debra J. Summers Memorial Award for Teaching Excellence (2013)
• UNE Leadership Award for Student Organization Advisor of the Year (2019)