Spring 2021 Newsletter

In this issue

Return to campus this fall

The Student Organization of Applied Linguistics needs you

New minor requirements start Fall 2021

Multi-step DEI initiative implemented this spring

Nattinger Scholarship fundraising starts strong

App Ling students in PSU Research Symposium

Fall term on schedule for a return to campus

Portland State plans to return to in-person classes this Fall. In an effort to support and attract new students, the university is waiving the application fee through June 15th. Find out more about re-opening for Fall term here: https://www.pdx.edu/open-fall-open-all-2021.

Read about the University's Coronavirus response here: https://www.pdx.edu/coronavirus-response.

The Student Organization of Applied Linguistics is seeking leadership

The Student Organization of Applied Linguistics needs new leaders! Current SOAL student leaders are graduating or transferring after spring term. Can you help keep this important club alive? Contact SOAL to get involved: soal@pdx.edu.

Changes to the minor in Applied Linguistics starting Fall 2021

Starting this fall, the minor in Applied Linguistics becomes more flexible. Students tailor their program with the guidance of the Applied Linguistics faculty advisor. With only one required course, the other 24 credits are electives and can include a linguistics-related course in another department such as World Languages or Computer Science. For more details and information about advising, check our website:

https://www.pdx.edu/applied-linguistics/minor-requirements

Multi-step diversity, equity, and inclusion initiative implemented this spring

In Applied Linguistics, we often study the connection between language and issues of equity, inclusion, and diversity in societies. But we don't want to only study these connections. We want our values reflected in our department. In spring 2021, we have therefore started a multi-step diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiative to help us attract diverse students to our programs and to increase the inclusive, equitable experience that all students have once they are in the department. Read more about the department's DEI plan here: https://www.pdx.edu/applied-linguistics/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-initiative-applied-linguistics.

Applied Linguistics students participate in PSU's Student Research Symposium

PSU's Student Research Symposium runs May 4-19. Don't miss these posters by your colleagues!

Phoebe Cordova (BA Applied Linguistics): "L2 prosodic variation: The effect of L1 typology on L2 question intonation." The poster reports research Phoebe is conducting as part of the McNair Scholars Program

Amy Akenson (MA TESOL): "A Comparison of Formulaic Language in Student, Researcher, and Practitioner Reports in Civil Engineering." The poster is based on research Amy conducted during an independent study.

Are you participating and we missed you? We're sorry. Please send us the information!

Upcoming Information Sessions

Interested in a major/minor in Applied Linguistics or TESL certificate? Attend our next information session:

June 4th, 12-1 pm

UG/TESL certificate RSVP

Are you ready to pursue a graduate degree? Upcoming MA TESOL info session dates:

May 14th 1-2:30 pm

MA TESOL RSVP

Can't attend either of these sessions? Please join our mailing list to find out about future sessions.

MA TESOL applications for 2021/2022 accepted until all spaces are filled

The priority deadline was February 1st, but applications to the Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages will remain open until all spaces are filled. Application instructions can be found here.

Nattinger Scholarship contributions off to a great start for PSU's Day of Giving Fundraiser

Dr. Beatrice Oshika, former department member, started the fundraising challenge with a significant gift. This year, the department is honoring the memory of Professor Tucker Childs in an effort towards his wish for the Nattinger scholarship to fully cover the recipient's tuition.

No donation amount is too small. Help us reach the $15K goal by May 8th.

Donate to the Nattinger Scholarship

Cabin Fever game night May 21st sponsored by SOAL

Hey linguistics students! Guess what? SOAL is having a Cabin Fever game night event on May 21st, and you can get a FREE SOAL T-shirt and PSU face mask by following the instructions below! (Attendance of the event is not mandatory, but requested.)

Email sequoia.oar@pdx.edu with your first and last name, PSU email address, current street address (items will be shipped to your home!), and unisex t-shirt size. For privacy reasons, only Sequoia can accept your information at this time.

SIGN-UP BY APRIL 23rd TO RECEIVE A SHIRT!

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