Tropical Conservation & Development Program
UF Center for Latin American Studies
Joel Correia received the University of Florida International Educator of the Year Award that recognizes extraordinary contributions in international education especially taking into consideration the impact on student learning and engagement with international issues, and the impact on international partners and the UF community as a whole. Joel’s research and teaching focuses on the intersection of human rights, justice, development and environmental change. His work pays particular attention to indigenous communities and politics in Latin America, especially in the Southern Cone region. We congratulate Joel for receiving this prestigious award and for enriching learning experiences for our community via his engagement and interactions with international partners.