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Patricia Swindle
"My love of the English language started at an early age. I have always been an avid reader and have been amazed by the power of words to convey thoughts, ideas, and emotions. I chose English as my major at the University of California Santa Barbara and continued exploring it in an excellent masters program at Wheaton College. My life has been dedicated to helping people improve their comfort with English and their ability to use this wonderful, yet complex language to their advantage, in business and in life."
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A lifetime learner in a number of fields, well-traveled, interested in many world cultures, devoted to Spanish language and Latino culture
HIGHLIGHTS
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Ten years experience teaching advanced English for Waubonsee Community College’s Intensive English Institute program, a college preparation program for speakers of other languages
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Nineteen years experience in media and public relations in the Advancement Division of Wheaton College, fifteen of them in management roles, reporting to the Vice President for Advancement
EDUCATION
M.A. Intercultural Studies/TESOL
Wheaton College (IL)
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K-9 Teaching Certificate
Elmhurst College (IL)
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B.A. English
University of California, Santa Barbara
AFFILIATIONS
Council for the Advancement and Support of Education
Former professional member
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Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
Former professional member
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Illinois TESOL/BE
Former member
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The Artist Series at Wheaton College
Former board member
First Congregational Church, Naperville
Member, teacher, liturgist and former Worship Ministry Chair