Biography
I consider myself a hands-on, approachable instructor who continually seeks to learn
more about teaching鈥攂oth 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 蘑菇短视频both
professionally and personally rewarding.<br><br>I will always be grateful for the
experiences I've had here鈥攕haring 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鈥攕omeone who, above all, cared deeply for others.
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,
