Dr. Candace Skibba

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Candace Skibba specializes in contemporary Spanish literature and film, focusing her research on the intersection of literary and film studies with the study of the body—particularly abnormal bodies. Her work has expanded to include gender analysis, disability studies, and health humanities. Combining her interests in literary and cultural studies with her teaching approach, she explores agency and empathy through artistic expression in classroom practices.

Research Interests

Contemporary Spanish Literature Film Studies Disability Studies Health Humanities Critical Pedagogy Narrative Medicine

Experience

Teaching Professor

— Present

Carnegie Mellon University • Pittsburgh, PA

Awards

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Dean's Innovation Scholar

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Fellowship Narrative Wellness

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Grand Challenges Grant

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Narrative Initiative Grant

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Falk Fellowship

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Berkman Faculty Development Fund

Courses

Hispanic Studies

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.