Email: cesl@email.arizona.edu
Phone: 520-621-3637
Fax: 520-621-9180

Admissions Office hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm

Business Office hours of operation: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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Dr. Suzanne Panferov, Director
http://www.u.arizona.edu/~panferov

As the Director of CESL, my job is to recruit new students and promote new programs as well as to take care of our faculty, staff, and current students. CESL is like a family and I feel very lucky to support everyone here and to meet so many students from all over the world. Be sure to introduce yourself to me when you come to CESL

• Ph.D. Foreign and Second Language Education, The Ohio State University
• M.A. TESOL, The Ohio State University
• M.A. Russian Literature and Linguistics, The Ohio State University
• B.A. German/Russian, Juniata College

Dr. Nick Ferdinandt, Associate Director and Teacher Training Coordinator, nmferdin@email.arizona.edu

Over the last 17 years, I've taught a wide variety of students in a wide variety of settings - students age 9 to 71 in Ohio, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Brazil, and Mexico.  My own passion for learning languages guides my teaching of them. Now, as a part of CESL, I am dedicated to facilitating the learning and teaching of English as a second and foreign language both here in Tucson and in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico.

• Ed.D. Educational Leadership, University of St. Thomas
• M.A. Slavic Lang. & Lit., The Ohio State University
• B.A. Russian, Universtity of St. Thomas

Cheryl Brodersen, Tutoring Program Coordinator, cmwelch@email.arizona.edu

I have lived many years outside of the U.S. and love teaching and learning about other cultures. I have lots of energy and try to making my classes fun for all my CESL students! I am a Ph.D. student in the
Special Education, Rehabilitation, and School Psychology program.

• M.A. ELL, University of Arizona
• B.A. in Secondary English Education, University of Texas, Austin

• B.A. Political Science, University of Arizona

Amy Chenail, CESL Librarian, achenail@email.arizona.edu

• M.A. Library and Information Science, University of Arizona
• B.A. English, University of Arizona

Linda Chu, Global Programs Development Officer, chul@email.arizona.edu

I feel very fortunate to work in a career I really enjoy.  My career change to an ESL/EFL instructor almost 20 years ago has taken me to many countries, including Korea, Japan, Spain, and Singapore.  My students have greatly enriched my life through sharing their unique cultures and diverse linguistic backgrounds.

• M.A. TESOL, Eastern Michigan University
• B.A. Spanish, The University of Michigan

Daniel Coates, Faculty,greephon@email.arizona.edu

"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication."   --Leonardo da Vinci

Dolores Delgiorgio, Evening Program Coordinator doloresd@email.arizona.edu

• M.A. English, University of Colorado
• B.A. English, Northern Arizona University

• M.A. TEFL, San Francisco State University
• B.A. English, Boston University

Laura Bracamonte, Admissions Office Receptionist, bracamol@email.arizona.edu

Parvaneh Farzad, Faculty, farzad@email.arizona.edu

I have taught English at the university and college levels for more than 30 years. I started teaching at CESL in 1991 and have greatly enjoyed it ever since. Being with diverse groups of ESL students is always enlightening. I learn from them about their lives and countries as I teach and get more energy as I see their motivation and enthusiasm for learning.

• M.A. TESL, University of Arizona
• M.A. English Literature, University of Tehran
• B.A. English Language and Literature, University of Tehran

Olga Geissler, Coordinator of Online Programs, geissler@email.arizona.edu
http://www.u.arizona.edu/~geissler

I have taught EFL in Russia and Germany and was an ESL/Writing Instructor at San Joaquin Delta College, CA. Currently I am teaching at CESL and coordinating the summer Teen English Program. In addition I am a PhD student at the Second Language Acquisition and Teaching (SLAT) program at the University of Arizona engaged in current research of curriculum and program design to teach ESL and writing in wider contexts that stress Content-Based instruction, communicative approach, and writing as a process. I am a member of AZ TESOL and Phi Kappa Phi.

• M.A. TESOL & M.A. RTW, CSU Stanislaus, CA
• B.A. & M.A. EFL, Ural State Pedagogical University, Russia

Megan Goold, Student Services and Immigration Advisor, mgoold@email.arizona.edu

I have been working as an educator and administrator in the field of
International Education for the past 8 years.  I have studied and lived
abroad in Spain and Latin America, and currently enjoy interacting with CESL students from diverse regions of the world.

• M.A. Latin American Studies, University of Arizona
• B.A. Latin American Studies, State University of New York

Fred Grande, Faculty, fgrande@email.arizona.edu

 I have been an English teacher for nearly 5 years. I began teaching at Cuesta College in San Luis Obispo, CA and I also taught for a year at a university in Oaxaca, Mexico.

• M.A. TESOL, Fresno Pacific University
• B.A. English, UCLA

Julianne Hammink, Faculty, hammink@email.arizona.edu

Hello! I'm happy to be teaching at CESL. I'm new to Arizona but not to teaching. For twelve years, I worked as a school teacher in El Paso, Texas, where I taught bilingual education/ESL. Before that, I was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Paraguay, where I taught beekeeping! I enjoy photography and art, as well as reading and learning about language.

• M.A. Linguistics, University of Texas at El Paso
• Teacher certification, University of Texas at El Paso
• B.S. Telecommunications, Ohio University

Kathleen Hertenstein, Faculty, khertens@email.arizona.edu

I have been teaching in the U.S. for over ten years and last school year, I had the opportunity to teach in Nogales, Mexico.  I am currently teaching in the I.E.P. and I truly enjoy teaching ESL students and learning about other cultures.  Last summer, I attended the TEFL Program at the University of Arizona and learned a great deal about teaching English as Second/Foreign Language and had a great deal of fun, too.  I look forward to pursuing a career in ESL, continuing my education and traveling the world.

• M.A. Literature, Southeast Missouri State University
• B.A. English Education, Southeast Missouri State University

Mike Lindsey, Coordinator for Curriculum and Assessment, mhl19@email.arizona.edu

As a storyteller I’ve always known the importance of motivation for teaching and learning.  After a teaching career of more than 20 years, in places such as Texas, Japan, Florida, the Navajo Reservation and Tucson, it is an honor to serve both students and teachers in my current position at CESL. Computer labs, library, curriculum, textbooks, tech equipment, supporting faculty, and supervising library and lab personnel are some of the things that keep me busy and make my days fly by.

• M.A. Linguistics: TESL, University of South Florida
• B.A. General & Comparative Studies (majors: English, Spanish, Asian Studies), University of Texas at Austin

Jenny Merritt, Faculty, merrittj@email.arizona.edu

I've been teaching at CESL for over a year now, but have worked with ESL/EFL students since 2000, as a teacher and as a tutor. I love to travel and learn about different cultures -- in fact my undergraduate work was primarily in Anthropology, so teaching English at CESL allows me to continue that learning by interacting with my students.

• M.A. ESL, University of Arizona
• B.A. English and Anthropology, University of Idaho

Lesley Newman, Faculty, lnewman1@email.arizona.edu

Lesley has been in Tucson for two years now. After getting her Masters in English/ Linguistics at the University of Arizona, she began teaching in the IEP. She has taught and tutored ESL in the Dominican Republic, New York City, and Tucson.

• M.A. English/Linguistics, University of Arizona
• B.A. English and Spanish, James Madison University

• M.A. Literature, Florida Atlantic University
• M.A. TESL, Northern Arizona University
• B.A. Journalism, University of North Dakota

Carmen Ortiz, Sr Business Manager ortizc@email.arizona.edu

Dr. Bethyl Pearson, Faculty, bpearson@email.arizona.edu

I am excited to be a new member of the CESL faculty, having recently moved to Tucson from Phoenix, where I was a university professor of TESL for 20 years. In addition to training US students to teach ESL/EFL, I have also had the great pleasure of teaching English and/or studying language in China, France, Korea, and Mexico. I look forward to getting to know the wonderful international students here at CESL.

• Ph.D. Linguistics, Michigan State University
• M.A. Linguistics, Michigan State University
• M.Ed. English Education, Wright State University
• B.A. French Education, Albion College

Chuck Phillips, Faculty, cphillip@email.arizona.edu
Chuck's web page http://www.u.arizona.edu/~cphillip/

I grew up in Seattle, Washington and also lived many years in New Orleans, Louisiana, where I studied English and played music. I’ve been teaching at CESL since 1993.

• M.A. TESL, University of Arizona
• Teacher Certification, University of New Orleans
• B.A. English Literature, University of New Orleans

Glen Piskula, Faculty, piskula@email.arizona.edu

Greetings! I’m one of CESL’s new teachers but no stranger to the ESL scene. Born and raised Milwaukee, Wisconsin, I have an extensive knowledge of fine cheeses and watery beers. It was in Madison, Wisconsin that I began teaching ESL. In Japan, I spent a number of years teaching English, climbing mountains, and running marathons (sometimes all three at the same time!). I also have experience teaching English Composition at the university level, so if you ever have a question about college-level writing, don’t be afraid to ask. In fact, don’t be afraid to come in and visit for any reason. I’m one of CESL’s photographers, so if you see me in the hall with a camera you could end up in a picture board or publication. I look forward to getting to know all about you and the cultures you come from. See you in class!

• M.A. TESOL, University of Arizona
• TEFL Certificate, Wisconsin ESL Institute

Dr. Sumayya Racy, Local Program Development Officer, sracy@email.arizona.edu

I am a native Tucsonan and I have always enjoyed learning and investigating languages. I love teaching here at CESL and am enthusiastic about developing new programs in our community. I am learning so much from my students and from my fellow teachers!

• Ph.D. Linguistics, University of ArizonaMA in Linguistics, University of Arizona
• B.A. French & Art History, University of Arizona

Jenell Rae, Student Activities Coordinator, jlrae@email.arizona.edu

I am originally from southern California, and recently relocated to Tucson.  My teaching background is in ESL, literature, composition, and ESL tutor training.  I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, traveling, and hiking.  Some of the countries I have visited include Brazil, China, Mexico, and many countries in Europe.  I truly enjoy teaching, and believe that my students have helped me grow as a person.

• M.A. English Literature, Loyola Marymount University
• B.A. English and TESOL certification, UCLA

Steven Randall, Coordinator Intensive English Program (IEP), randall@email.arizona.edu

I have been at the University of Arizona since the Fall of 2004.  I've spent a significant amount of time abroad, and have spent the last few years teaching German.  I currently teach in, and coordinate, the IEP Program, and am really enjoying the experience. I enjoy learning new languages and cultures and am happy to be a part of CESL."

• M.A. German Studies/Language Pedagogy,University of Arizona
• B.A. German, The Ohio State University

Nataly Reed, Faculty, reedn@email.arizona.edu

I have been teaching English as a Second Language since 1999 in various settings, including high school, adult education, and university courses. I especially enjoy teaching and learning about languages and cultures. At CESL, it's a pleasure to work with dedicated and enthusiastic students and colleagues.

• M.A. Applied Linguistics, University of Massachusetts, Boston
• B.A. Art History / Studio Art, Oberlin College

Linda Ross, Administrative Assistant rossl@email.arizona.edu

I have taught at CESL for twenty years and have never been bored. I get the chance to learn about the social, political and economic situation in my students' countries on a daily basis. Even though I'm the teacher, I often feel like a student at heart.

• M.A. English as a Second Language, University of Arizona
• B.A. English, Union College

Vincent Scardino, Faculty,scardinv@email.arizona.edu

Childhood in “Little Italy”, with its many dialects and ethnic groups, gave me an early fascination with the richness of my own cultural heritage and the yearning to learn about other peoples. Besides culture and language, I am deeply interested in art and nature. Teaching has been my passion for almost two decades and I have taught well over thirty different ESL and bilingual content immersion programs for various schools here in Tucson and also at Monterrey Technical Institute in Mazatlan, Sinaloa

• M.A. applied Linguistics, UA
• B.S./B.A Biology/Humanities, State University of New York at Geneseo

Hello. I am a native Tucsonan and I've been teaching at CESL for more than 25 years. I enjoy getting to know all of my students and one day hope to visit all of their countries.

• M.A. English as a Second Language, University of Arizona
• B.A. Secondary Education (Spanish), University of Arizona

• B.A. English Literature, Benedictine University, Lisle, Illinois

William Welch, Faculty, wwelch@email.arizona.edu

I graduated from the University of Florida with a Master's Degree in Linguistics and African Languages. I spent a few years traveling throughout South Africa documenting the oral literature of the Xhosa people. I taught ESL at Tsinghua University in Beijing last summer, and now I'm very happy to be here at CESL teaching English again. When I'm not grading papers, you can find me drinking lots of coffee, playing the piano, and trying to improve my French.

• M.A. Linguistics and African Languages, the University of Florida
• B.A. Linguistics, the University of Florida

Mark Wynn, Faculty, mcwynn@email.arizona.edu

I am a native Arizonan and have been teaching at the University and in Tucson for four years. I received my Masters in English Linguistics from the U of A in 2007 and started working at CESL in the fall of 2008. I truly love working with students from other countries and cultures and find the cultural diversity of the students at CESL to be fascinating.

• M.A. English Linguistics, University of Arizona
• B.A. Spanish and Psychology, Northern Arizona University

Martha Youman, Coordinator of Nogales Program, myouman@email.arizona.edu

I've been lucky to interact with CESL students while teaching in the Nogales, Evening, and IEP programs. I'm also currently working toward a Ph.D. degree in School Psychology here at the University of Arizona. Being born and raised in Ecuador, South America, I truly appreciate learning about different cultures while sharing my own. My mission at CESL is to help language learners achieve their personal goals by making learning meaningful and enjoyable.

• M.S. Elementary Education (Bilingual), Queens College
• B.A. Sociology, Stony Brook University

Vicky Zander, Faculty, vzander@email.arizona.edu

I’m a PhD student in SLAT (Second Language Acquisition and Teaching) and I love everything that has to do with teaching and learning languages and learning about different cultures. I’ve been living in Tucson for a little over 3 years and feel very much at home here, even though my hometown (Stuttgart, Germany) couldn’t be any more different.

• M.A. ESL, University of Arizona
• B.A. equivalent Spanish and English Literature and Linguistics, Universität Tübingen

Dr. Peter Ecke

Peter Ecke is an Associate Professor in the Department of German Studies and the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching. He directs the university’s Basic German Language Program and the Summer-Study-in-Leipzig-Germany Program. Before coming to the UA, he taught applied linguistics, German and English as foreign languages at the Universidad de las Américas - Puebla in Mexico. His research and teaching areas include applied linguistics, second language acquisition, language attrition, language assessment, and teacher training. Particular areas of interest include the multilingual lexicon, errors and word finding problems in multilingual speakers, vocabulary acquisition, mnemotechniques for vocabulary learning, simulation and gaming techniques, study abroad program administration and evaluation, the assessment of culture learning, the assessment of lexical fluency, and the use of television and video in foreign language education.

• Ph.D., University of Arizona

Dr. Renate A. Schulz

Renate Schulz has taught German and French at the pre-collegiate and post-secondary levels in the U.S., and French and English as a Second Language in Nigeria as member of the U.S. Peace Corps. Presently she is Professor Emerita of German Studies at the University of Arizona and still serves on the faculty of the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program in Second Language Acquisition and Teaching (SLAT). In addition to undergraduate German language and German Studies courses, she taught graduate courses in second language acquisition research, teaching, and assessment.

Professor Schulz is a past president of the AATG (1990-91) and former editor of the Unterrichtspraxis (1980-85). She has authored or co-authored numerous publications on the teaching of foreign languages, as well as three German language textbooks. She has given over 200 presentations and workshops at professional conferences in the U.S. and abroad. Her contributions have been honored by ACTFL, the ADFL, the Arizona Language Association, the AATG, and the Northeast Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages. She is the recipient of the Bundesverdienstkreuz of the Federal Republic of Germany and a recipient of the Henry and Phyllis Koffler Prize for Outstanding Accomplishments in Teaching.

• Ph.D. in Foreign Language Education, The Ohio State University

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