Mariela Nuñez-Janes specializes in race, ethnicity, and education. Her areas of interest also include Latinos, feminist pedagogies, and participatory action research. Dr. Nuñez-Janes' applied research focuses on the following interdisciplinary and pedagogical areas: 1) formations of race and ethnicity and emerging forms of racism in educational settings, 2) educational experiences of Latinos/as and other marginalized populations, and 3) innovative pedagogies and research methodologies that promote educational equity. Profe joined the anthropology faculty at UNT in the fall of 2003. She is currently co-directing the Ethnic Studies Minor and is involved in research projects that include collaboration with students, high school youth, and local teachers. In addition, she is actively involved in service activities for the university, local community, and professional organizations. As a Latina scholar, profe envisions her intellectual interests and applied research as a form of advocacy.agraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. It’s easy. Just click “Edit Text” or double click me to add your own content and make changes to the font. I’m a great place for you to tell a story and let your users know a little more about you.