Dr. Alice Miano

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alice Miano is an Advanced Lecturer at the Stanford Language Center, focusing on language education through an antiracist and social justice lens. Her teaching emphasizes community-engaged language learning (CELL) and involves collaboration with Spanish-speaking communities to enhance language acquisition and cultural understanding. Miano's research investigates the interplay between race and language, utilizing Critical Race Theory (CRT) as a framework to deepen students' comprehension of social and cultural dynamics in language learning. She has also conducted ethnographic studies on the literacy practices of Mexican immigrant mothers, highlighting their crucial yet often unrecognized roles in supporting their children's education. Alongside her academic endeavors, Miano has volunteered with organizations assisting asylum seekers and has facilitated workshops for language instructors worldwide. She has received multiple awards for her teaching excellence and has significant involvement in professional organizations related to language education.

Research Interests

Experience

Advanced Lecturer

1996-01-01 — Present

Stanford Language Center • Stanford, CA

Teaching courses on Spanish language and culture with a focus on equity and social justice.

Awards

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Faculty Fellow

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Gores Award for Excellence in Teaching

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Outstanding Dissertation

Courses

SPANLANG 99SL CHILATST 1SI SPANLANG 1 SPANLANG 11SL SPANLANG 101 SPANLANG 395 SPANLANG 199 SPANLANG 2 SPANLANG 3 SPANLANG 10SC SPANLANG 199SL

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.