¡Hola! 

Welcome to My Website.

I am a (socio-applied)linguist and interdisciplinary scholar whose research focuses on language, community, identity, and Latin American literature and art.

I hold a Ph.D. in Spanish with a concentration in Hispanic Linguistics, and a Master's Degree in Applied Linguistics with a concentration of Spanish as a Foreign Language. My research explores the sociopolitical dimensions of language in society, focusing on linguistic landscapes (written language in public spaces), language contact, and the representation of Hispanic and Latin American identities in contemporary literature and media. 

My doctoral dissertation examined the presence and growth of Spanish in public spaces throughout Philadelphia, a study that has been published in academic journals, presented at international conferences, and featured in media outlets such as The Philadelphia Inquirer and NPR-affiliate WHYY. I've also been invited to talk more about my findings at the City Cast Philly Podcast.

On a personal level, I am passionate about music, particularly symphonic power metal, baroque classical music, and bebop jazz. I love reading novels (especially works by Latin American and Japanese authors) and exploring world cultures through travel, reading, and creating meaningful connections with people from diverse backgrounds.

Thank you for visiting my website. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to learn more about my work or discuss potential collaborations.