Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Kristina Chew. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.
Kristina Chew is a lecturer at the University of California, Berkeley, where she specializes in Greek and Latin lyric poetry, classical reception, and disability studies. She earned her Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from Yale University in 1995 and her B.A. in Classics from Princeton University in 1990, graduating summa cum laude. Chew's academic work often intersects with contemporary issues, notably through her exploration of the relationship between disability and classical literature. She has served as the coordinator for first-year language teaching and has been involved in various editorial roles, including as Teaching Classical Languages editor. Her publications include articles and poetry that address themes of autism and classical studies, and she actively participates in discussions around education and inclusion. Chew is also known for her efforts to integrate disability advocacy within the classical curriculum, highlighting the importance of face-to-face interaction in educational settings. Her research interests extend to translation studies and ancient pedagogy, as well as the role of classical literature in modern societal contexts.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Lecturer in Greek and Latin studies, focusing on classical literature and its modern implications.
The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.