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Elda María Roman is an associate professor at the University of Southern California, specializing in literature and media, focusing on the effects of race and class on various groups through different disciplines and genres. She authored the book 'Race Upward Mobility' published by Stanford University Press in 2017, which examines the class dynamics within African American and Mexican American literature, television, and film from the 1940s to the 2000s. Her research critically analyzes narratives of socioeconomic stratification to reveal how these narratives shape social patterns. Additionally, she has contributed to scholarly literature including journal articles and book chapters that explore themes of race, class, and cultural production. Roman is recognized for her work in the field, receiving several fellowships and awards for her academic achievements. She completed her Ph.D. in English at Stanford University in 2013 and holds dual Bachelor's degrees in English and Latin American Studies from Brown University.
University of Southern California • Los Angeles
Teaching and conducting research in English literature and cultural studies.
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