Frieda Brinkmann, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Language and Literature
- Hometown: Salford, Pennsylvania
- Education:
- Temple University, Ph.D. Spanish Linguistics
- Villanova University, M.A. Spanish (Literature)
- Areas of Expertise or Research: Foreign Language Acquisition and Pedagogy; Sociolinguistics; Aspects of Spanish/English Bilingualism; Culture and Civilization of Spain.
- Contact email: fbrinkmann@regent.edu
Why I Teach at Regent
The students at Regent are enthusiastic about learning and serving, truly a unique student body. Regent is concerned with the spiritual formation of its students as well as imparting knowledge and skills to prepare young people in fulfilling God's plan for their lives. I am passionate about language learning and its important role in a student's preparation for work and service. Regent is committed to preparing students with cultural competence.
Biography
Dr. Brinkmann studied abroad in Valencia, Spain as both an undergraduate and graduate student. She has taught Spanish Language Courses at Villanova University, Ursinus College, Chestnut Hill College, and West Chester State University in Pennsylvania. While teaching at Ursinus College, she also co-directed the summer-study program in Cuernavaca, Mexico. Prior to joining the faculty at Regent, Dr. Brinkmann taught at Colorado Christian University for nine years.