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Velsie Pate is an Instructor in the Intensive English Program (IEP) at the University of Mississippi, affiliated with the Department of Modern Languages in the College of Liberal Arts. She also serves as the Global Engagement Coordinator for the IEP and manages IEP Alumni Relations.
- University: University of Mississippi
- School: College of Liberal Arts
- Department: Department of Modern Languages
Her expertise lies in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and Southern Studies, with a focus on applied linguistics and second language acquisition. She has designed and taught specialized courses such as Southern Studies I & II for second language learners.
Education:
- B.A. in Music (University of Mississippi, 1992)
- B.A. in English (University of Mississippi, 2005)
- M.A. in Southern Studies (University of Mississippi, 2009)
- M.A. in Modern Languages (University of Mississippi, 2012)
- Ph.D. in Second Language Studies (Emphasis: Applied Linguistics, ongoing)
Scientific Awards:
- Jacqueline Certion Award for Student Engagement and Academic Excellence (2024)
- Edhe 303 Instructor of the Year (2021)
Ms. Pate has co-advised the International American Student Alliance (IASA) since 2016 and coordinates global engagement initiatives through the IEP. Her work bridges language education, cultural studies, and international collaboration.