معرفی
Dr. Valeria Forte is an Affiliate Assistant Professor of Italian in the Modern Languages department at the University of Dallas. She joined the faculty in 2003 and has been instrumental in developing the Italian program, serving as its Director from 2007-2016. Her teaching spans all levels of Italian language and literature, with specializations in medieval/Renaissance literature, classical influences, and Jewish thought in medieval Italy. Dr. Forte’s research focuses on Dante, Petrarch, Leopardi, and the intersection of Roman-Jerusalem cultural/spiritual dynamics. She also explores effective language pedagogy and Mediterranean archaeology.
Education:
- PhD in Humanities (Italian Literature), University of Texas at Dallas
- M.A. in Jewish Studies (Biblical/Medieval), Hebrew College, Boston
- M.A. in Anthropology (Etruscan Archaeology), University of Texas at Arlington
- B.A. in Spanish and Classics, University of Texas at Arlington
Research Interests: Dr. Forte’s work bridges Italian literature with theology, philosophy, and archaeology. Key areas include:
- Classical influences on Italian Humanism
- Jewish philosophical traditions in medieval Italy
- Medieval mysticism and Dante’s Commedia
- Italian epic poetry and neoclassical/romantic movements
- Archaeological connections between Etruscan origins and Italian nationalism
Presentations/Publications: Recent work includes analyses of Dante’s sonnets, Maimonides’ influence on medieval literature, and interdisciplinary studies linking archaeology with literary history. Her 2020 publication on Maimonides-Dante connections exemplifies her signature interdisciplinary approach.
Affiliations: Engages actively with academic networks in the US, Europe, and Israel through lectures and collaborative research initiatives.
