Location Career Highlights
Osceola Campus A master of language, DiLiberto puts her extensive education in English, French and Italian to use as a commercial and literary translator. She is writing her doctoral dissertation on the use of technology in literary translation.
Stacey DiLiberto, English When it comes to language and communication, Stacey DiLiberto is a master. Her varied communications experience and studies abroad have given her a global perspective that she hopes will bring language to life for Valencia students. “Language is culture,” DiLiberto says. “It is embedded in our way of knowing ourselves and relating to others. I have a passion for showing students how language and literature impact our daily lives and make us who we are.” In addition to her experience in the worlds of publishing and corporate communications, DiLiberto’s résumé includes teaching English at Barry University and working in administration at UCF. Having a background that spans all aspects of language and communications informs her approach to teaching and the way she relates to students. “I hope to help my students develop a 360-degree perspective about communication,” DiLiberto says. “Together we will explore the different types of language and writing that are appropriate for different situations.” Understanding that today’s students are “digital natives” who communicate through social networking, texting and blogging, DiLiberto looks for ways to integrate technology into her teaching. “There’s no doubt that these constantly evolving methods of communication are changing language,” DiLiberto explains. “Our challenge is using technology to teach more effectively and to illuminate the world of literature for our students.”
“I hope to help my students develop a 360-degree perspective about communication.” — Stacey DiLiberto
VITAE, FALL 2011
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