Anna Mester
About Anna Mester
Anna Mester is an Assistant Professor of Luso/Hispanic Atlantic Studies at UMass Boston, where she has worked since 2016. She holds a PhD in Romance Languages and Literatures from the University of Michigan and a BA from Mount Holyoke College, where she graduated summa cum laude.
Work at UMass Boston
Anna Mester has served as an Assistant Professor of Luso/Hispanic Atlantic Studies at UMass Boston since 2016. In this role, she engages in teaching and research focused on the cultural and historical aspects of Luso-Hispanic interactions. Her position contributes to the academic environment of the Greater Boston Area, where she plays a key role in educating students in her field.
Education and Expertise
Anna Mester earned her Bachelor of Arts degree, summa cum laude, in Romance Languages and Literatures and Critical Social Thought from Mount Holyoke College from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education at the University of Michigan, where she obtained a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Romance Languages and Literatures, along with a Graduate Certificate in African Studies, from 2009 to 2016. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her research and teaching in Luso/Hispanic Atlantic Studies.
Background
Anna Mester began her professional journey as a Research Intern at Political Research Associates in 2008, where she worked for 11 months in Somerville, MA. She then transitioned to the University of Michigan, where she was a Doctoral Student from 2009 to 2016. During her time there, she also served as a Graduate Student Instructor from 2010 to 2015, gaining valuable teaching experience.
Professional Experience
Before her current role at UMass Boston, Anna Mester accumulated significant experience at the University of Michigan. As a Graduate Student Instructor, she taught various courses related to Romance Languages and Literatures, enhancing her pedagogical skills. Her time as a Doctoral Student further solidified her expertise in her field, allowing her to contribute to academic discussions and research initiatives.