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학과별 교수소개
Dr.Elizabeth MinJungKim
(Director)
Prof. Laura Koonce
(Senior Coordinator)
Dr.Ines Mzali
(Programs Coordinator)
Prof. Eric Cebreiro
Prof. Katie DeSau
Prof. Alastair Brewer
Prof. Eric Warner
Prof. Ryan Kozbial
Prof. Daniel McCracken
Prof. Beverlee Barnet
Prof. Edward Spraggins
Prof. SunSook Han
Prof. Aiden Michael Don
Prof. Daniel Cicone
Prof. James Danielsen
Faculty Information
Dr. Elizabeth MinJungKim
(Director)
- Email:
- elizabethkim@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4695
- Office:
- W19, #215
Education Experience
- Ph.D. in English Education, Ewha Woman’s University, South Korea (2015~present)
- MA in Political Science and Diplomacy, Ewha Woman’s University, South Korea 2013
- BA in Applied Linguistics, AIS St. Helens University, New Zealand, 2008
Work Experience
- Woosong University, Director / Professor, South Korea (2019~present)
- Woosong University, Professor, South Korea, 1 year
- English Instructor at major companies in South Korea (Samsung Life, WoongjinCoway, Emart…), 4 years
- Soong Shil University, Intensive Course English Instructor, South Korea, 2 years
- Seoul Fashion Week, Interpreter, 1 year
Faculty Information
Prof. HaeKyong (Kate) Park
- Email:
- mook3463@gmail.com
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-9787
- Office:
- W16, #409
Faculty Information
Prof. Daniel McCracken
- Email:
- danielmccracken@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-629-6646
- Office:
- W19, #216
Daniel McCracken spent time doing media sales in America before moving to Korea in 2007. He had studied Telecommunications Sales and Promotions at Ball State University. Then, after teaching in Korea, he later returned to school to complete a Master’s Degree in Education from Framingham University. He has worked in all kinds of educational environments, but with his interest in the effectiveness of content teaching a move to the Woosong Sol International School seemed like a natural fit. He enjoys helping students learn with a fun and dynamic classroom style, as well as, sharing new music and other interesting cultural differences.
Education Experience
- Framingham State University, M. Ed. in TESL, USA, 2015
- Ball State University, BA in Telecommunications, USA, 2005
Work Experience
- Woosong University (SIS), Assistant Professor & Digital Marketing Coordinator (2017~present)
- JangAn College, Assistant Professor, 7 years
- Kids Club, Teacher, S. Korea, 1 year
- E-Bo Young Talking Club, Teacher, S. Korea, 1.5 years
Faculty Information
Prof. SunSook Han
- Email:
- sunsookhan@woosng.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-9787
- Office:
- W16, #409
Education Experience
- Portland State University Oregon, U.S.A., M.Ed 2008
- Portland State University, BA 1986
Work Experience
- Woosong University, Assistant Professor (2018~present)
- King Abdulaziz University, EFL instructor, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Dec 2009- Aug 2018
- Private & public schools in Portland Metropolitan Area, head teacher, 1995-2008
Faculty Information
Prof. Aiden Michael Don
- Email:
- aidendon@woosong.org
- Phone:
- -
- Office:
- W16, #409
Education Experience
- Busan University of Foreign Studies, S. Korea, Master of English Education, 2015
- University of Witwatersrand, Bachelor of Arts: Fine Arts, 1998
Work Experience
- Woosong University, Assistant Professor (2019~present)
- Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology, S. Korea, 4 years
- Ulsan Metropolitan Office of Education, S. Korea, 3 years
- Greenside High School, South Africa, 2 years
- The South African School for Motion Picture Medium and Live Performance, South Africa, 5 years
- Parktown College of Education, South Africa, 3 years
Faculty Information
Prof. Eric Warner
- Email:
- ericwarner@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4698
- Office:
- W16, #205
Eric Warner believes that quality education is the best way to improve the world. Teaching people to think and to reason is the first step in solving the world's problems. He became an educator and has dedicated the past decade toward that end, having taught in the US, the Republic of Korea, and the Sultanate of Oman. He earned a BA and MA in English Literature and Language from Texas Tech University and has taught over 4,000 students from a variety of backgrounds, ethnicities, and ages. Eric has taught a myriad of courses including 19th and 20th century American and British Literature, Literature and Film Adaptation, Science Fiction and Fantasy Genre, Creative Writing, Composition and Rhetoric, and numerous EFL courses: Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing. Eric's interests include literature, textual history, the intersection of teaching, learning, and technology, politics, and travel.
Education Experience
- Texas Tech University, MA in English Literature and Language, USA, 2009
- Texas Tech University, BA in English Literature and Language, USA, 2007
Work Experience
- Sol International School, Woosong University, Assistant Professor, ROK (2016~present)
- University of Nizwa, Lecturer, Sultanate of Oman, 1 year
- Woosong University, Assistant Professor, ROK, 3.5 years
- Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Adjunct Instructor, USA, 2 years
- Westwood College, Adjunct Instructor, USA, 0.5 years
- North Lake College, Adjunct Instructor, USA, 1 year
- Texas Tech University, Graduate Part Time Instructor/Online Instructor/Graduate Assistant/Teaching Assistant, USA, 2.5 years
Faculty Information
Dr. Ines Mzali
(Programs Coordinator)
- Email:
- inesmzali@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4692
- Office:
- W19, #215
Dr. Ines Mzali (SIGE Research Coordinator) has been teaching in South Korea since 2014. Her passion for languages and interest in language learning methods naturally led her to language instruction. As she started learning languages as a child, she has always valued the cultural diversity they reflect. Having taught a variety of students and classes in Tunisia, Canada, and Korea, she continues to see foreign language learning as a bridge betwee+G31:H32n cultures and people.
A firm believer in the power of education, she naturally made teaching her profession after earning her PhD in English Studies from the University of Montreal in Canada. Her background in literary studies honed her skill at communicating the powerful uses of language. Her teaching experience includes teaching both language and content classes. Her professional interests include teaching, doing research on language and culture, helping students grow, and designing courses that allow them to do so.
Education Experience
- University of Montreal, Ph.D in English Literature, Canada, 2012
- Concordia University, M.A. in English Literature, Canada, 2003
- Institut Supérieur des Langues de Tunis, B.A. in English Language and Literature, Tunisia , 2000
Work Experience
- • Woosong University, Programs Coordinator, South Korea (2014~present)
- Point 3 Language Center, English Instructor, Canada, 4 years
- University of Montreal, Adjunct English Instructor, Canada, 2 terms
Faculty Information
Prof. Katie DeSau
- Email:
- katherinedesau@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4691
- Office:
- W19, #215
Katie DeSau has been teaching English in South Korea since 2015. She has taught English to children through adults in a variety of contexts in the U.S. and South Korea. She studied Spanish Literature in the U. S. and abroad in Granada, Spain. She completed graduate school at Portland State University in Oregon, where she earned her Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. While at Portland State, she concentrated her studies in Corpus Linguistics. Her experiences studying, working, and interacting with students from different cultures and communities broadened her understanding of the world. Katie believes in communicative student-centered classrooms where students are in charge of their own learning. She strives to create an open, supportive learning environment in the language classroom that fosters cross-cultural understanding. Katie believes in the mission of educating students to be leaders in a global, multicultural environment.
Education Experience
- Willamette University, BA Spanish, USA, 2005
- Portland State University, MA TESOL, USA, 2010
Work Experience
- Woosong University, Sol International School, Research Coordinator, South Korea (2016~present)
- Sogang Language Program, EFL instructor, South Korea, 1 year
- Pacific International Academy, ESL instructor, USA, 1 year
- Clackamas Community College, ESL instructor, USA, 2 years
- David Douglass High School, ESL instructor, USA, 1 year
Faculty Information
Prof. Lacey Horner
- Email:
- laceyhorner@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4697
- Office:
- W16, #404-2
Lacey Horner (SIGE General Coordinator) is a career educator, having taught languages to a variety of age groups since 2003. She originally started in the realm of US public education, teaching secondary Spanish for nearly a decade. Following a move to Korea in 2012, she started teaching English, and eventually Spanish again after joining Woosong University in 2014. Lacey earned a Bachelor’s degree in Romance Languages from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2002 and then her Master of Arts in Foreign Language Education from Wake Forest University in 2003. Her professional interests relate to Foreign Language Anxiety, Intercultural Communication, and how these topics intersect in the language classroom. Lacey’s multicultural upbringing and love of travel has inspired her teaching style since the beginning of her career. She’s dedicated to challenging her students and supporting their growth throughout their university experience and beyond.
Education Experience
- Wake Forest University, MAEd in K-12 Foreign Language Education, USA, 2003
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BA in Romance Languages - Spanish concentration, USA, 2002
Work Experience
- Woosong University, SIS Programs Coordinator/Asst. Professor of English and Spanish, Republic of Korea, 4 years 7 months
- Korea Poly School, English Teacher, Republic of Korea, 1 year
- Croatan High School, Spanish Teacher, USA, 9 years
Faculty Information
Prof. Laura Koonce
(Senior Coordinator)
- Email:
- laurakoonce@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4696
- Office:
- W19, #215
Laura Koonce (SIGE Academic Coordinator) has worked as a teacher and curriculum developer in English language education since 2008. In the United States she worked with diverse groups of students to help them prepare for university coursework, engage with their local community, and further their professional goals. Since 2014 she has worked in South Korea, helping students to develop their language and intercultural skills for global settings.
Education Experience
- Portland State University, MA in TESOL, U.S., 2009
- Portland State University, BA in Applied Linguistics, U.S., 2007
- Defense Language Institute, AA equivalent in Modern Standard Arabic, U.S., 2004
Work Experience
- Woosong University, Senior Coordinator / Assistant Professor, South Korea (2014~present)
- PIA at Marylhurst University, Curriculum Coordinator / ESOL Instructor, U.S., 5 years
- Portland State University, ESOL Instructor, U.S., 1 year
- Clark College, ESOL Instructor, U.S., 2 years
Faculty Information
Prof. Ryan Kozbial
- Email:
- ryankozbial@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4694
- Office:
- W16, #205
Ryan Kozbial has lived in Korea for over a decade, teaching at universities throughout the country. When he is not teaching, he can be found exploring the country, either by car or by bike, as well, he has hiked all major mountains in the country multiple times. Ryan is also a certified ski racing coach and ski instructor in Canada.
Education Experience
- Sejong University-Syracuse University, MBA, South Korea, 2010
- The University of South Australia, BA in Management Marketing, Australia, 2003
- Algonquin College of Technology, Diploma in Business Administration, Marketing, Canada, 2002
Work Experience
- Woosong University, Assistant Professor, South Korea (2016~present)
- Gunsan National University, English Instructor, South Korea, 6 months
- Yonsei University, English Instructor, South Korea, 2 years
Faculty Information
Prof. Wayne John Finley
- Email:
- waynefinley@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-9845
- Office:
- W19, 216
Originally hailing from sunny Doncaster, a large market town in the north of England, Wayne Finley has lived and breathed education in Korea since 2010. With a background in English Language, English Literature, creative writing and a great passion to help all students succeed, Wayne brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and excitement to the classroom. At the heart of all his classes is the mantra: a teacher should not only engage the mind of a student, but stir the heart.
Outside the classroom Wayne can be regularly seen presenting his teaching ideas at conferences, drinking cups of hot milk tea and watching football games.
Education Experience
- BA in English Studies, Sheffield Hallam University (Sheffield, England)
- MA in Film Studies with Screenwriting, Sheffield Hallam University (Sheffield, England)
Faculty Information
Prof. Patricia Ninniss
- Email:
- patricianinniss@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4691
- Office:
- W16, #404-2
Patricia Ninniss (SIGE Special Programs Coordinator) studied Biotechnology in Canada and after a short career as a research scientist decided to pursue other avenues. Patricia came to Korea in the fall of 2005 and began her TESOL career teaching English to a variety of ages and levels. Realizing her goal was to continue in this profession, she earned her Master’s of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction specializing in ESL education from the American College of Education. Her education and experience has cultivated her into a versatile and compassionate educator sensitive to students’ unique needs. Patricia has spent the last 4 years teaching at Woosong University, and assisting with curriculum design and implementation for the General English Language Program and SIS Special Programs.
Education Experience
- American College of Education, M.Ed Curriculum and Instruction, USA, 2011.
- Brock University, (Honours)BSc. Biotechnology, Canada, 2005
Work Experience
- Woosong University, SIS Special Programs Coordinator/Assistant Professor, Korea, 5 years
- Sunchon National University, English Language Professor, Korea, 1 year
Faculty Information
Prof. Charles Junn
- Email:
- charlesjunn@woosong.org
- Phone:
- -
- Office:
- W16, #409
Education Experience
- University of Washington, BA in Developmental Psychology, USA, 1996
- Princeton Theological Seminary, MA in Education, USA, 2000
Work Experience
- Woosong University, Assistant Professor, South Korea (2018~present)
- Kosin University, Associate Professor, South Korea, 2 years
- Catholic University of Pusan, Guest Lecturer, South Korea, 1 year
- Heukseok Elementary School, South Korea, 1 year
- Mount Pisgah High School, USA, 3 years
- Roswell Police Department, USA, 2 years-----
- Kraft Foods, Inc., USA, 2 years
Faculty Information
Prof. Beverlee Barnet
- Email:
- beverleebarnet@woosong.org
- Phone:
- -
- Office:
- W16, #205
Education Experience
- University of Saint Vincent, Master of Education, Canada, Graduated 2002
- University of Mahidol, Master of Human Rights, Thailand, Graduated 2014
- TESL Post Graduate Diploma, Canada, Graduated 2000
- B.A. Honors, Canada, Graduated 1986
- B.A. Honors, Canada, Graduated 1984
Education
- Woosong University, Assistant Professor, South Korea (2015~present)
- University of Mahidol, English Instructor, Thailand, Semester contract(s)
- Gyeonggi-do Board of Education, English Instructor, South Korea, 2004-2012 (8 years)
- 1996-1999 (3 years)
- George Brown College, Adult Education Instructor, Canada (3 years)
- Centennial College Adult Education Instructor, Canada, (3 years)
- Durham College, Adult Education Instructor, Canada (3 years)
Faculty Information
Prof. Eric Cebreiro
- Email:
- ericcebreiro@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4693
- Office:
- W19, #215
Education Experience
- California State University of Fullerton, M.A. Linguistics & M.A. TESOL Certificate, USA, 2015
- California State University of Fullerton, B.A. Linguistics, USA, 2012
Work Experience
- Woosong University, Special Programs Coordinator, Korea (2018~present)
- Fort Hays State University, Instructor, China, 2 years
- California State University of Fullerton, Lecturer, USA, 1.5 years
Faculty Information
Prof. Alastair Brewer
- Email:
- alastairbrewer@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-629-6641
- Office:
- W19, #215
Education Experience
- Woosong University, Master’s Degree in TESOL-MALL, Korea, 2016
- St. Cloud State, Master’s Degree in TESOL-MALL, USA, 2016
- University of Leicester, BA in History, UK, 2007
Work Experience
- Woosong University, Administrative Coordinator, Korea (2018~present)
- Andong National University, Full-time instructor, Korea, 2 years
- Oesam Elementary School, Elementary School Teacher, Korea, 3 years
- Private Instructor, New Zealand, 6 months
- Hi Institute, English Instructor, Korea, 2 years 1 month
- Geni Kids, Kindergarten Teacher, Korea , 1 year 9 months
Faculty Information
Prof. Yonggyu Song
Sol International School 교양(R-IEP) 선생님
- Email:
- -
- Phone:
- -
- Office:
- -
Experience
- KEB 하나은행 근무 (~2016년)
- KEB 하나은행 지점장 (1999년~2016년)
Education
- 목원대학교 무역학과
Faculty Information
Prof. Jongcheol Hong
Sol International School 교양(R-IEP) 선생님
- Email:
- -
- Phone:
- -
- Office:
- -
Experience
- 중등학교 교감(2007~2012)
- 중등학교 교장(2013~2016)
Education
- 경북대학교 교육대학원 전문상담 과정
- 중등학교 1급 정교사(국어)
- 전문상담교사(1급)
Faculty Information
Prof. Heejung Ryu
- Email:
- -
- Phone:
- -
- Office:
- -
Experience
- 프랑스 브람빌라 한국지사 근무
- 미국 GE Plastics 충주공장 인사과 기간제 근무
- 프랑스 Martin Korea 통역
- 전) 한국영상대학교, 대덕대학교 한국어강사
- 우송대학교 언어교육원 한국어강사, 한국어교원 1급
Education
- 충북대학교 불어불문학과 학사
- 배재대학교 외국어로서의 한국어교육학과 석사
Faculty Information
Prof. Byunghyun Jang
- Email:
- -
- Phone:
- -
- Office:
- -
Education
- 응용 언어학 박사 TESOL
- 교육 및 학습 전문의
Faculty Information
Prof. Inhun Lee
- Email:
- -
- Phone:
- -
- Office:
- -
Experience
- YBM 시사외국어 학원 (2008~2013)
- 원광대학교 초빙교수 (2010~2017)
- 토익 만점 다수
Education
- 충남대학교 영어영문학과 (학사)
- University of Technology, Sydney (TESOL석사)
- 공주대학교 영어영문학과 (박사수료)
Faculty Information
Prof. Edward Spraggins
- Email:
- edwardspraggins@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-629-6606
- Office:
- W16, #205
Education Experience
- Woosong University, MA TESOL/MALL, South Korea, 2019
- College of Notre Dame of Maryland, Masters in TESOL, concentration in adult education, USA 2001
- University of Maryland Baltimore County, BA in Modern Languages and Linguistics (Honors in French), USA 1996
- Defense Language Institute Monterey California, Diploma in Korean Language, USA, 1983
Work Experience
- Woosong University, EFL instructor/International programs coordinator, South Korea (2001~present)
- Woosong Information College, EFL instructor, South Korea, 3 years
- College of Notre Dame, EFL instructor, USA, 3 months
Faculty Information
Prof. Daniel Cicone
- Email:
- danielcicone@woosong.org
- Phone:
- +82 42-630-4699
- Office:
- W16, #205
Education
- Sejong University, MA Asian Studies and Policy Science, ROK, 2015
- Towson University, BS Philosophy, USA, 2007
Experience
- Woosong University, Assistant Professor, ROK (2020-present)
- LBC, Secondary Ed. English Teacher, Myanmar, 2 years
- Suwon University, Assistant Professor, ROK, 5 years
- Nongok Middle School, EFL Teacher, ROK, 3 years
Faculty Information
Prof. James Danielsen
- Email:
- jamesdanielsen@woosong.org
- Phone:
- Office:
- S1, #207
Education
- PhD in Political Science, Rhodes University, South Africa, 2018
- BA Honors in Politics, Rhodes University, South Africa, 2012
- BA English and Politics, Rhodes University, South Africa, 2007
Experience
- Professor, Woosong University, South Korea (2020 to present)
- English Instructor, Westgate Corporation, Japan (1 year)
- Lecturer, Rhodes University, South Africa (1 year)
- Product Owner, Iqela Software Solutions, South Africa (3 years)
- English Teacher, Hyeseong Middle School, South Korea (1 year)
- English Teacher, Seogu Elementary School, South Korea (2 years)