Audrey Roberson

Audrey Roberson is an Associate Professor of Educational Studies and Chair of the Department of Educational Studies at Hobart and William Smith Colleges (HWS), where she has been a faculty member since 2015. She earned her Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from Georgia State University in 2014, an M.A. in Applied Linguistics from the same institution, and dual B.A. degrees in International Studies and Spanish from Emory University.

Educational Background:

• Ph.D., Applied Linguistics, Georgia State University, 2014
• M.A., Applied Linguistics, Georgia State University, 2009
• B.A., International Studies, Emory University, 2003
• B.A., Spanish, Emory University, 2003

Her research in applied linguistics focuses on real-world language learning challenges. Key areas include language acquisition through peer-peer dialogue, corpus-based investigations of learner language, critical discourse analysis of media language, and public bilingual education for young learners. She has developed a TEFL certificate program at HWS and oversees the department’s K-12 TESOL certification for New York public schools.

Her scholarly output includes publications in journals such as Corpora, Across the Disciplines, and Advances in Autism, as well as a co-authored research monograph published by Palgrave Macmillan. She has presented her work at prominent conferences including AAAL (American Association for Applied Linguistics) and ICAME (International Computer Archive of Modern and Medieval English), reflecting a strong engagement with both theoretical and practical dimensions of language education.

Professional Engagement:

• Regular presenter at national and international applied linguistics conferences
• Active contributor to academic discourse in language education and linguistics

In her academic leadership role, she has significantly shaped language education programming at HWS. She advises on curriculum development and certification pathways, contributing to both undergraduate education and teacher preparation. There is no indication of part-time status, retirement, or former staff designation—her position is current and full-time.

Contact Information:
Office: Merritt Hall 206
Email: roberson@hws.edu
Phone: (315) 781-3044