Languages Faculty and Staff
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The faculty and staff in the department of languages are on a mission to increase language proficiency and prepare students to pursue their passions and careers in a global world.

Born in Strasbourg, France・Started teaching French at UW-Eau Claire in 2006・Wisconsin Language Teacher of the Year 2024

Amanda Hilson teaches a variety of French language courses. Her background includes curricular development, secondary education, and event programming and management.


Paul J. Hoff has taught courses in Spanish and language education at UW-Eau Claire since 1990. His responsibilities have included teaching all levels of Spanish and methods courses for future language teachers. He is a frequent presenter at professional conferences and an ACTFL certified Oral Proficiency Tester of Spanish who regularly conducts and rates Oral Proficiency Interviews (OPIs) for Language Testing International.

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI 54701



1702 Park Avenue
Eau Claire, WI 54701

Born in Strasbourg, France・Started teaching French at UW-Eau Claire in 2006・Wisconsin Language Teacher of the Year 2024