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Aria Fani is an Associate Professor at the University of Washington specializing in Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley and has published extensively in the fields of Comparative Literature and Iranian Studies. His notable work includes the book 'Reading Borders: Afghans, Iranians, and Literary Nationalism', which examines the dynamic interplay between Afghan and Iranian literary identities and has been recognized with the ACLA’s René Wellek Prize for Monograph in Comparative Literature. Fani's research interests encompass modern Persian literature, translation studies, and language pedagogy. He is also actively engaged in social advocacy, particularly for Central American asylum seekers. Fani's teaching includes courses on Persian media, Orientalism, and the epic tradition of Iran. He is committed to enriching the academic community and fostering humanistic education. In addition to his academic pursuits, he oversees the Persian Iranian Studies Program and is involved in establishing a minor and advanced certificate in translation studies at his institution.
University of Washington • Seattle, WA
Teaching and researching Middle Eastern languages, literature, and culture.
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