Timothy Ashe

Timothy Ashe is an Assistant Professor of Spanish & Linguistics at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). He holds a PhD in Spanish Linguistics from Arizona State University and has extensive experience in language education, corporate language analysis, and cross-cultural communication. His work focuses on second language acquisition, technology-enhanced language learning, and intercultural competence.

Education:

• BA: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Spanish and Political Science)
• MA: DePaul University (Spanish and World Language Teaching)
• MA: DePaul University (English as a Second Language & Bilingual/Bicultural Education)
• PhD: Arizona State University (Spanish Linguistics)

Research Interests: Timothy's research explores pragmatics, language for specific purposes (e.g., business, law, medicine), and the use of technology (e.g., mobile apps, social media) in language learning. He emphasizes culturally responsive frameworks to enhance proficiency and has collaborated internationally with governments and institutions.

Teaching & Engagement: He teaches courses in Spanish linguistics, business Spanish, and study-abroad programs, having led student groups to Spain and Mexico for over a decade. Fluent in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian, he also serves as a certified interpreter/translator in Spanish.

Professional Background: Before academia, Ashe worked in corporate language analysis and as a high school language instructor. His interdisciplinary approach bridges practical language use with academic research, particularly in immersive and digital learning environments.