Pam Buskey

Biography

I consider myself a hands-on, approachable instructor who continually seeks to learn more about teaching—both to become a better educator myself and to help others do the same. I have enjoyed teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and, as the EDCI Program Coordinator, have appreciated the opportunity to lead by example and support others in becoming better educators and employees.<br><br>I am proud of the time I have dedicated to serving CEAP, STL, and the university as a whole. Co-leading the Transformative Rural Urban Exchange, guiding the international study abroad trip to Kenya, and contributing to numerous other opportunities have made my time at WCU both professionally and personally rewarding.<br><br>I will always be grateful for the experiences I've had here—sharing knowledge, building camaraderie, and forming lasting friendships. While I know no one is truly irreplaceable, I hope my colleagues and friends will remember me as a student-focused educator with energy, optimism, and integrity—someone who, above all, cared deeply for others.

Education

• EDD, Western Carolina University, Curriculum & Instruction
• MA, University of Findlay, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
• BS, Ohio State University, English Education

Teaching Interests

Historical, Philosophical, Sociological perspectives of education; diverse populations in public schools; diversity in rural schools; social justice, teaching English as Another Language; Reading; Middle Grades and High School Reading/LA/Literature/Writing

Research Interests

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy, Social Justice, Rural Schools, Diversity in Rural Schools, Leadership, Teachers as Leaders,