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 WCU 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,
