Silvia Neves

Silvia Neves, Ph.D. has extensive experience in the field of education, with roles ranging from Adjunct Faculty to Academic Dean at various institutions. Silvia has served as Director for a project focusing on Hispanic student success, and as an Associate Dean overseeing general education courses. Dr. Neves has also worked as a Lecturer and Academic Coordinator in a Teacher Education Program, where they coordinated programs, supervised student teachers, and facilitated university-school partnerships.

Silvia Neves, Ph.D. began their education journey by obtaining a Bachelor of Sciences in Agricultural Engineering from Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina in 1982. Silvia continued their studies with a Master of Arts in English Language and Literature/Letters from the same institution in 1994. Silvia completed their academic journey by earning a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from UC Santa Barbara in 2001. Additionally, Silvia holds a California Teaching Credential for Secondary English, showcasing their commitment to education and professional development.