Valerio Cordiner

Valerio Cordiner is a Full-time and permanent Associate Professor of French Literature (FRAN-01/A) at the Department of European, American and Intercultural Studies of the University of Rome "La Sapienza". He serves as President of the Bachelor's Degree Program in Linguistic and Intercultural Mediation (L-12) for the 2022-2025 term, demonstrating significant academic leadership within the institution. His career spans from researcher positions to his current associate professorship with extensive involvement in doctoral committees and academic governance across multiple disciplines.

His educational background includes:

• PhD in French Studies from the University of Milan (2002)
• Laurea in Foreign Languages and Literatures from Sapienza University of Rome (1997, 110/110 cum laude)
• National Scientific Qualification for Class 10/H1 "French Language, Literature and Culture" (First tier, 2019)
• Abilitation for Class 10/H1 (Second tier, 2013)
• Teaching qualification for public secondary schools (2001)

Professor Cordiner's research spans multiple historical periods with remarkable chronological depth. His scholarly interests encompass:

• French Renaissance literature, particularly Rabelais and Montaigne
• 19th-20th century French literature with focus on Maurice Barrès
• Colonial and post-colonial studies examining French colonial history
• Literature's engagement with political and social history
• National identity formation in French literary works
• Political theory as expressed through literary forms

His publication record reveals consistent thematic development across decades, with recent work showing increased focus on post-colonial studies and national identity while maintaining his foundational expertise in Renaissance literature. The geographical scope of his research extends across France, its former colonies, and European border regions like Alsace-Lorraine, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of France's cultural and political landscape.

His academic service includes:

• Membership in doctoral committees since 2013
• Jury participation for Premio Primoli poetry award (2018-2021)
• Examination committees for judicial positions (Magistrato ordinario)
• Evaluation committees for teaching assignments in French language and literature

Professor Cordiner maintains active research collaborations across European institutions and participates in international projects including the 2023 PRIN project "SENS - Shakespeare's Narrative Sources," demonstrating his significant standing within the international academic community.