Her fields of specialization are 20th Century British and Post-Colonial Literatures, Film, and Ethnic and Womens Studies. Mia is a passionate sculler; she is also a great fan of food, lush and lively prose, and tough girl/gal movies (favs: John Cassevetes Gloria and Luc Bessons La Femme Nikita). Dr. Carter has been the recipient of the Liberal Arts College Teacher of the Year Award, the Jean Holloway Award for Excellence in Teaching, Plan IIs Chad Oliver Award, and the Chancellor's Council Teaching Award. She is a member of the Academy of Distinguished Teachers.