Oguzhan Tekin

Oguzhan holds a Ph.D. in Education (with a specialization in Applied Linguistics) from Concordia University (Montreal, QC) and an M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) from Northern Arizona University (USA). Drawing on his own experiences as an international student in North America, his doctoral research examined the social and linguistic challenges international students encounter in their host communities, with particular attention to potential sources of prejudice between international students and local residents.

As a sociolinguist, his current research focuses on students’ sense of belonging and academic socialization, international student experiences, linguicism and linguistic justice, critical language awareness, and language and identity. His work has appeared in journals such as Frontiers in Psychology,  System, Journal of Second Language Pronunciation, and Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development, Canadian Modern Language Review. He has also presented his research internationally at conferences including AAAL, TESOL, and the Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching conference.

Before joining the Institute for the Study of University Pedagogy, Oguzhan taught Critical Reading and Writing courses to first-year university students in the U.S., an experience that sparked his interest in writing as a tool for reflection, inquiry, connection, and empowerment. Prior to this, he supported undergraduate learners in Turkey as they developed academic reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Positioning himself as a multilingual and multicultural global citizen, he takes pride in his intercultural communication and empathy skills, particularly when working with students from linguistically diverse backgrounds.

In his teaching, Oguzhan is dedicated to building a community of learners grounded in mutual trust, respect, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Aligned with his learner-centred approach, he places strong value on active engagement through peer collaboration and group work, encouraging students to become critical thinkers and co-creators of knowledge.

When he is not “leisurely” picking up a new language, Oguzhan enjoys practicing mindfulness, hiking, and swimming.