ABOUT
THE FOUNDER
Dr. Natalia Defiel
I hold a Ph.D. in Spanish Literature and Cultures and have over a decade of experience teaching at both the high school and higher education levels. I am a writer and a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion. I believe in the power of the brain and the importance of honoring different learning styles and abilities. As a catalyst for growth, I encourage students to become the best version of themselves, explore their creativity, and discover the transformative power of learning. One of my greatest passions is traveling the world to learn about different cultures, history, and art. I love to write and seek out the beauty, goodness, and hope in the world and in the people I connect with.
Degrees and certification
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Ph.D., Hispanic Literature and Cultures – University of Minnesota (Focus: Human rights, cultural production, and political repression)
- M.A., Hispanic Literature and Cultures – University of Minnesota
- B.A., Hispanic Literatures and Cultures | Minor: History – University of Minnesota
- Leadership for an Increasingly Diverse World -University of Notre Dame
- Becoming Trauma Informed: A Primer for Educators – University of St. Thomas
- TOLI Regional Seminar – Honoring Resilience: Learning from the Holocaust, Dakota Exile, and Minnesota’s Tribal Nations (2024)
- Equity & Diversity Certificate – University of Minnesota
- Defining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Organizations – Rice University
- Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Publications
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La raiz dormida -Novela
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