Dr. Roberto Diaz

Biography

Professor Roberto Díaz researches Latin American literary and cultural history with a focus on transatlantic relations in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. He studies written multilingualism within Spanish American literature, particularly prose influenced by Borges. Currently, he is working on a book-length study exploring the role of opera in Latin America. His academic journey includes positions at the University of Southern California, where he has served as an Associate Professor in Spanish Comparative Literature since 1999 and held various teaching roles, including as an Assistant Professor at Bates College and a visiting Associate Professor at UCLA. He is actively involved in multiple scholarly presentations and collaborations that delve into the intersections of literary studies and performance, contributing to the understanding of Luso-Hispanic identities in a transatlantic context. His work often highlights significant cultural movements and their literary implications, emphasizing the importance of opera as a medium in cultural discourse across borders.

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