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Juan R. Valdez is a lecturer at the Stanford Language Center, where he focuses on helping students develop their communicative skills and critical sense within a diverse and complex world. He belongs to a tradition of intellectuals and socionaturalists who blend science and literature, and his writings reflect personal experiences and stories. His notable publications include 'Tracing Dominican Identity: Writings of Pedro Henríquez Ureña' and 'En busca de la identidad: La obra de Pedro Henríquez Ureña.' His latest work, 'Sendas Extraviadas', is a series of essays that consider the implications of aimless walking and the potential to overcome harmful societal notions such as racism and consumerism. Valdez is deeply committed to cultivating a sense of place and belonging through a relationship with nature. In addition to teaching, he enjoys hiking, studying, reading, and gardening.
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