Ekkarat Ruanglertsilp

Dr. Ekkarat Ruanglertsilp is a Lecturer in the Department of English and Media Studies at Bentley University in Massachusetts, teaching linguistics and English composition courses with expertise in sociocultural linguistics and discourse analysis.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics from Arizona State University (2018-2023)
• M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) from Saint Cloud State University (2016-2018)

Dr. Ruanglertsilp's research focuses on the intersection of language, culture, and identity through sociocultural linguistics, discourse analysis, World Englishes, and translingualism. His work examines language, gender, sexuality, and identity within U.S. communities, particularly through popular culture and celebrity studies. He employs critical discourse analysis to investigate how language constructs social realities and identities, with special attention to linguistic representations in music and media.

His recent publications reveal a clear trajectory toward interdisciplinary work connecting linguistic analysis with cultural studies, gender studies, and media studies. The research demonstrates consistent methodology through critical discourse analysis of popular media, especially examining gender, sexuality, and empowerment narratives in contemporary music. His work bridges academic linguistics with public scholarship, making complex concepts accessible while maintaining scholarly rigor.

Professional Activities:

• Extensive teaching experience across all six levels of Intensive English Programs
• Facilitation of cultural and academic adjustment for English language learners in the United States
• Public scholarship connecting linguistic concepts to contemporary cultural discussions

Dr. Ruanglertsilp maintains an active research agenda with publications appearing in journals such as Journal for Cultural Research, Manusya: Journal of Humanities, and Linguistic Portfolios. His distinctive contribution to sociocultural linguistics lies in analyzing popular music and celebrity culture through linguistic frameworks.