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Luana Reis is a poet, educator, and translator, recognized as a Black feminist scholar. Her research interests are deeply rooted in Black Diasporic African Literature, Black Women's Literature, and comparative approaches to Afro-diasporic culture and literature. Her artistic teaching methods emphasize the significance of poetry and its role in social justice. Reis's contributions to academia have been acknowledged through numerous awards, including a Fulbright fellowship (FLTA 2013-2014) and the AOTP Excellence in Teaching Portuguese Award in 2017. She is also the recipient of the K Leroy Irvis Inspiring Leadership Award in 2024. Luana coordinates the Kilomba Collective, a feminist organization focused on empowering Black women. She serves on the board of the American Organization of Teachers of Portuguese and is a member of the Modern Language Association Executive Council from 2024 to January 2028. Her commitment to uplifting historically marginalized voices is evident in her work and poetry, which has been showcased in various publications. Reis continues to inspire through her leadership and dedication to advancing educational excellence and innovative practices in academia.
GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.