Master’s Student: Loïc Filipe-Hémery, University of Cincinnati

Loïc Filipe-Hémery

Master’s Student

Loïc Filipe-Hémery (he/him) is a second-year dual M.A. candidate in French and Francophone Studies and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) at the University of Cincinnati (UC). At UC, Loïc currently teaches Revolutionary Women, a WGSS course exploring feminist activism and revolutionary figures worldwide and has also taught beginner French courses. Originally from France, Loïc studied law and modern languages at Nantes Université before serving as a teaching assistant at Allegheny College in Meadville, Pennsylvania. Teaching has been a consistent and fulfilling part of Loïc’s academic journey and informs his research. He is currently completing a project that examines how second-language acquisition influences individuals’ relationships with gender identities. Additionally, as co-chair for the 45th Cincinnati Conference on Romance and Arabic Languages and Literatures, Loïc is responsible for organizing panels on diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education and inclusive teaching methods. As an educator, Loïc’s philosophy is inspired by feminist pedagogy, with a focus on creating a dynamic and inclusive classroom community where students are centered. Ultimately, Loïc is committed to contributing to the creation of more inclusive spaces, to fostering critical thinking in his students, and to teaching them that learning in a college classroom is only one of the many forms knowledge acquisitions can take.

Honorable Mention: Br.ooke Eaglesong Wilson, Eastern Illinois University