Dr. Mirelsie Velazquez

Associate Professor

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Biography

Mirelsie Velazquez is an Associate Professor in Education Policy, Organization, and Leadership at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. She is a three-time alumna of the university, having earned her B.A. in Political Science and Latina/o Studies from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, followed by an M.A. and Ph.D. in Educational Policy Studies from the College of Education. Velazquez has held various key appointments at the university, including Associate Chair of Latina/Latino Studies and Associate Professor in multiple departments. Her research and academic interests focus on the impact of educational policies and practices on Latinx communities. She has received recognition for her work, including the AESA Critics' Choice Book Award in 2023. Her teaching includes courses such as ERAM 570: Seminar in History Education, which engages students in intensive study of historical research techniques and topics relevant to their academic interests. Velazquez is committed to developing scholarship that advances understanding and practice in educational leadership and policy.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-08-01 — Present

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Teaching and researching Educational Policy, Organization, and Leadership.

Associate Chair

— Present

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign • Champaign, IL

Leadership role in the Latina/Latino Studies department.

Courses

ERAM 570: Seminar in History Education

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.