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  • Assistant Professor (Lecturer), Psychology Department

Current Courses

Fall 2024

  • PSY 301-001
    Research Methods Psych
  • PSY 2500-001
    Social Psychology
  • PSY 3010-001
    Research Methods Psych
  • PSY 3010-002
    Research Methods Psych
  • PSY 3010-003
    Research Methods Psych
  • PSY 3010-004
    Research Methods Psych
  • PSY 3330-090
    Clinical Stress Science
  • PSY 3330-290
    Clinical Stress Science
  • PSY 3960-090
    Psych & Social Issues
  • PSY 3960-290
    Psych & Social Issues
  • PSY 4910-006
    Tchg Experience

Spring 2024

Teaching Philosophy

My Teaching Philosophy in a Nutshell:

My approach to teaching is based on the belief that students learn best when they connect course material to their own lived experiences. To this end, I strive to make course content relevant and accessible to students, using real-world examples, hands-on activities, and interactive discussions to bring course material to life. I also believe fostering a sense of community in the classroom is essential, where students feel valued and supported as they navigate their academic journey. Keeping my classrooms interactive is vital in developing the fundamental skills that students need when pursuing careers in the behavioral sciences as they move into diverse professions and fields of study. Students in the field of psychology today must possess an array of skills, including cultural competence and awareness, critical thinking and problem-solving, and a foundation in the ethics of professionalism.