Priscilla Scarpaci

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PhD Candidate
Teaching Assistant of French

Priscilla Scarpaci is a PhD student in French at UGA. She holds a Master's degree in French from Georgia State University, where her research delved into the diverse experiences of French-speaking communities in the United States, particularly in Louisiana and Maine. This background informs her current interest in exploring the cultural exchange between different artistic mediums and social contexts within French history, specifically 17th century opera.

Current research interests include: 17th century French opera, literary influences in opera, French cultural history, audience reception of opera, women's influence in opera including the précieuse movement.

 

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Education:

MA, French Studies, Georgia State University, 2022

BA, French, Oglethorpe University, 2007

Articles Featuring Priscilla Scarpaci

The Center for Teaching and Learning recognizes the significant contributions graduate students make to the instructional mission of the University of Georgia through Teaching Awards sponsored by the Office of the Vice President for Instruction.

Events featuring Priscilla Scarpaci
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Gilbert Hall Room 360

It is with great pleasure that we invite you all to our first Romance Languages Colloquium Event of the semester. On the 13th of October, we will host an academic presentation by PhD student Priscilla Scarpaci in Gilbert Hall 360, starting at 5 PM. After a brief introduction of the event, our panelist will present for around 15 minutes, and a 15-minute Q…