Suite 4008
Office of Academic Affairs
University Hall
Office of Academic Affairs
University Hall
Biography
Dr. Sosa serves as Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Engagement. Her research explores literacy and the creation of accessible and supportive learning environments.
Education:
- Ph.D., University of Illinois at Chicago, Curriculum and Instruction
- M.Ed., University of Illinois at Chicago, Curriculum and Instruction
- B.A., Columbia College, Chicago, IL, Writing
Courses:
- Methods of Teaching Literacy
Expert:
- Designing and implementing faculty development programs.
- Mentoring and supporting faculty at all career stages.
- Leadership development for faculty and staff.
- Urban education and critical pedagogy.
Interests:
- Faculty Development and Learning
- Equitable Faculty Hiring Practices
- Expanding Educational Opportunity Through Literacy
- Mentoring and Support for Faculty
Projects:
Developing a campus-wide faculty mentoring program.
Awards:
- Trustees Teaching Award, 2021-2022
- Diversity and Inclusion Faculty Fellow, Office of Academic Affairs, 2021-2022
- Bynum award for excellence in academic mentoring, 2019
Professional Associations:
- American Educational Research Association
- Association of Land Grant & Public Universities
- American Council on Education
- Association for the Study of Higher Education