Concha Meléndez

Concha Meléndez
Dr. Concha Meléndez
BornJanuary 21, 1895
Caguas, Puerto Rico
DiedJune 26, 1983
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Occupation
  • Poet
  • writer
  • educator
NationalityPuerto Rican
Notable awardsPuerto Rican Academy of Languages; Medal of Literature; Award of Honor

Dr. Concha Meléndez (January 21, 1895 – June 26, 1983) was an educator, poet, and writer. She was the first woman to belong to the Puerto Rican Academy of Languages.