Viking Connections: Lydia Ruelas Duran
Lydia Ruelas Duran is a high school English teacher.
"I have experience teaching first-generation students. I work at a Title I school. I have served as a teacher-mentor to new teachers at my district. I was recognized as Teacher of the Year last school year. I have maintained a close relationship with the college to share my perspective as an educator and have been recognized for my efforts to increase diversity at Augustana. I am also a former member of the Augustana College Board of Trustees."
Graduation year: 2005
Post-grad: Education
Majors: Sociology with a concentration in anthropology, minors in Spanish and women and gender studies
Campus activities: Latinos Unidos, Multicultural Programming Board, Ladies of Vital Essence, Admissions Ambassador
Best way to contact: Email
