Profiles in "Second Language Writing" Expertise Area

  • Paul Kei Matsuda is Professor of English and Director of Second Language Writing. He has published widely on issues related to language, writing, identity, mentoring, and professional development.
  • Most of James work is with the MA and PhD programs in linguistics and applied linguistics, master's and certificate programs in TESOL, and BA (linguistics major).
  • ASU alum amy dawn shinabarger is a Freirian committed to changing the world and empowering students through teaching as social practice. Her research focuses on the places in which language and power intersect.
  • Fazel teaches composition and literature (Shakespeare) for the Department of English.
  • Beaudrie teaches graduate courses in second and heritage language pedagogy and bilingualism. She is also the lead faculty for the PhD track in heritage language pedagogy and research.
  • Vargas has taught courses in photography, silkscreen, Spanish language, culture, and literature.