Years at Knox: 1994 to present.

Education
Ph.D., Romance Languages and Literatures, 1998, The University of Chicago.
M.A., Romance Languages and Literatures, 1990, The University of Chicago.
B.A., Spanish, 1989, Knox College.

Teaching Interests
Caribbean literature, afro-hispanic literature, elementary and intermediate spanish

Recent Publications
"Rejection and Redemption: Perspectives of Mulatto Identity and Self-affirmation in the Poetry of Carmen M. Colón Pellot." CARIBE  (2002-2003): 62-76.

"A Self-defining Dawn: 'Afridentity' in the Poetry of Julia de Burgos." Cincinnati Romance Review 20 (2001): 62-77.

Presentations
"Sex, Lies and the Deconstruction of National Identity in Rosario Ferre's Maldito amor." Annual Afro-Hispanic Literature and Culture Conference, Valle De Anton, Panama.

"Breaking the Silence: Afro-Cuban Women and the Question of Race in Cuba." Where Choice is Born: Caribbean Voices and Visions Conference, Northeastern Illinois University, 2002.

"The !Ay, Ay! Cries of the Mulattas from Two Poets of the Generaciòn del Treinta: Julia de Burgos and Carmen Colòn Pellot." Fifth International Graduate Students Conference at the City University of New York, 1998.

Involvement
Member, Puerto Rican Studies Association
Member, Modern Language Association

Contact
309-341-7322
jdixon@knox.edu

What Students Say
"Throughout the time I have known her, Professor Jessie Dixon has proven herself to be not only an outstanding professor, but also an amazing friend. Her dedication to the Spanish language and love for the culture are impressive and make learning in her classroom unforgettable. Along with her quick sense of humor, Jessie's patience and enthusiasm make her completely approachable. She truly wants the absolute best for her students."
—Mary Hogarty, Spanish major