Spanish Faculty

With over 110 years of combined teaching experience, our Spanish faculty represent extensive lived experience in settings throughout the Spanish-speaking world.

Our Spanish faculty teach a variety of courses beyond language acquisition, designed to introduce you to the vibrant and particular topics that are found throughout the Spanish-speaking world. From Golden Age Spain to the Mexican Revolution, Spanish for health professionals to Latino cultures in the United States, these courses reflect our faculty’s interests and expertise—and are sure to connect to your own, as well. Read more here.

Sharenda Barlar, M.A. Headshot

Sharenda Barlar, M.A.

Senior Lecturer of Spanish
María García Headshot

María García

Visiting Assistant Lecturer in Spanish
Stephanie Gates, Ph.D. Headshot

Stephanie Gates, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Spanish
Christine Goring Kepner, Ed.D. Headshot

Christine Goring Kepner, Ed.D.

Associate Professor of Spanish
Timothy Klingler, Ph.D. Headshot

Timothy Klingler, Ph.D.

Wheaton in Mexico Director
Néstor Iván Quiroa, Ph.D. Headshot

Néstor Iván Quiroa, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Spanish
Tamara Townsend, Ph.D. Headshot

Tamara Townsend, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Spanish; Department Chair