Dr. Ioana Dimitriu

Biography

Ioana Dimitriu is an Associate Professor in the Teaching Stream specializing in Spanish and Applied Linguistics at Carleton University. She holds a PhD from the University of Ottawa, where her dissertation focused on the works of Jorge Luis Borges and Mircea Eliade. Her research interests include the intersections of literature and mental health, and she has published extensively on these topics. In addition to her academic works, she has designed and taught various Spanish language courses and workshops for heritage speakers. Her recent publications examine the significance of narratives in understanding experiences within socio-political contexts, particularly in relation to literary representations of incarceration and trauma. Dimitriu's engagement in academia is complemented by her roles in various associations, where she has contributed to the promotion of Hispanic studies and cultural transfer research. Her commitment extends to mentoring students and encouraging cross-disciplinary dialogue.

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