Research & Community Impact

Improving Cancer Communication and Health Literacy

UNF Foundation Board Grant supporting translation and cultural adaptation of cancer education materials for Spanish-speaking families in Northeast Florida.

Mayo Clinic Jacksonville Project Cancer Quest

$10,000 Grant

Professional Strategies for Language and Culture Study

MLA Pathways Step Grant (Andrew W. Mellon Foundation) developing career-connected language education models.

Conference

MLA Convention 2026

Presented "Pathways Empowering First Generation Success: Bridging Language Studies with Professional Opportunities" at the Innovation Room.

Conference

ACTFL Convention 2026

Accepted presentation: "Career Ready Language Courses: From Class Tasks to Hiring Evidence."