Educator.
I believe student success begins with meeting learners where they are. Each student brings unique experiences, perspectives, and goals into the classroom, and my teaching is rooted in a flexible, student-centered approach that values individuality, active engagement, and inclusivity. I strive to create a safe environment where students feel empowered to take risks, collaborate, and learn through both success and failure. Through theatre-based, experiential learning, students build confidence, critical thinking skills, and a stronger sense of self. I view diversity as essential to meaningful learning and aim to support students not only in achieving academic goals, but in discovering their own voices and paths forward.
Syllabus
Currently: Graduate Teaching Assistant at
Michigan State University
Writing Examples:
Article: “Understanding Objectives and Tactics Through Play”. Edited by Karen Waidley at the Mid-AMerica Theater Conference
International Dialects of English Archive . Primary-Source recordings of English language dialects and English spoken in the accents of other languages.
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