Professor of Italian Studies
University of Chicago
Sofia brings medieval poetry into conversation with contemporary questions of belonging, justice, and hope.
“My favorite part of teaching is the moment a reader notices something the rest of us haven’t seen. A small seminar gives those moments room to happen.”
Academic affiliation verified. Seminars are independently offered and are not endorsed by the institution.Poetry, theology, and the moral imagination on a journey through the underworld.
Dr. Sofia AlvarezUniversity of ChicagoReading, attention, and the examined life · Spring 2026 · 12 participants
“I appreciated the balance of context and discussion. I came away with a fuller understanding, and a few new questions.”
Priya S. · 5/5 · Verified attendee“Elena helped us notice things I had read straight past. The conversations stayed with me well into the following week.”
Andrew W. · 5/5 · Verified attendee