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Bonnie Vidrine-Isbell is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Biola University and Director of the English Language Scholars program, providing academic language support to students.
Her educational qualifications include:
- Ph.D. from University of Washington
- M.A.T. from University of Washington
- B.A. from Loyola University, New Orleans
Her research integrates bilingual brain studies with second language pedagogy, emphasizing cognitive approaches to language learning. With extensive international teaching experience across Washington, Louisiana, Thailand, Spain, Belize, and California, she focuses on practical applications of translingual theory in academic writing instruction. Her scholarly contributions appear in academic collections including Contemporary Perspectives on Cognition and Writing and Translingual Pedagogical Perspectives.
As founder of the English Language Scholars program, she develops curriculum for non-native English speakers. She also serves on Biola University's Student Health and Wellness Steering Committee (SHAWC Steering), connecting language education with student wellness initiatives.
