Her fields of specialization are 20th Century British and Post-Colonial Literatures, Film, and Ethnic and Womens 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 Bessons 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 IIs Chad Oliver Award, and the Chancellor's Council Teaching Award. She is a member of the Academy of Distinguished Teachers.