Alumni Testimonies

Rae Balog-Duquesne University Doctoral Student:

"The graduate ESL - Program Specialist M.S. Ed/Certificate Program at Duquesne University has inspired my growth as a professional educator equipped with the skills and insight needed to serve an ever-growing population of second and foreign language learners. Program coursework has refreshed my perspective on second language acquisition theory and pedagogy, while challenging me to better my practice in response to the unique needs of second and foreign language learners. Experiences in the classroom have provided me the invaluable opportunity of coming together with fellow educators to reflect on, and dialogue about current challenges in second language instruction. Most importantly, the professorship of the graduate ESL department at Duquesne has encouraged my development as an academic and scholar in the field of second language studies through mentorship and independent study opportunities. The guidance and leadership of this department has transformed my vision for myself as an educator and allowed me to project myself and goals into the future. Thanks Duquesne!"