Dr. Sandra Quammen

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Biography

Sandra Valnes Quammen is a Senior Lecturer in Romance Studies at Duke University, where she also serves as the Director of the French Language Program. Her teaching focuses on courses for beginner to advanced language learners, with a special emphasis on introductory and intermediate levels of language acquisition. Her current research investigates translingual pedagogies in postsecondary second language contexts, exploring the intersections of language teaching and sustainability. Quammen has held various academic roles, including Senior Lecturer in Linguistics and Senior Lecturer in International Comparative Studies. She has contributed to discussions in higher education about integrating sustainability-related content into curricula, reflecting her commitment to innovative teaching practices and proactive educational strategies.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

— Present

Duke University • Durham, NC

Senior Lecturer in Romance Studies and Director of the French Language Program.

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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  • Application Fee ($95)
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)