TEACHING
My teaching philosophy is to engage students with hands-on, self-guided activities and open discussion that employs the Socratic method. Ultimately, my goal is to teach students to develop the ability to effectively answer their own questions and think critically about a topic from multiple angles. I believe that students who are taught to think critically gain more from their education than those who only memorize facts. I strive to transform my personal learning experiences into teaching skills that will benefit students so that I can influence the next generation of global citizens.
Fiber Arts Courses
Jessamine County Public Library (2024 - present)
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Introduction to Spinning Yarn with a Drop Spindle
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Introduction to Dyeing Yarn
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Demonstration of yarn spinning at annual Artisan Fair
Continuing Education Presentations
Office of Data Analytics - Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (2024 - Present)
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Color Me Curious: Understanding Color Theory to Create ADA Accessible Visuals
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Equity and Inclusion Team Book Club Discussion Leader - Welcome to Hyunam-Dong Bookshop by Hwang Bo-Reum
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Vaccine Inequity: Addressing Barriers in Kentucky
Academic Courses
University of Kentucky (2015-2020)
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Evolution (4 semesters teaching assistant, 1 semester developing recitation activities)
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Ecology (2 semesters teaching assistant)
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Introductory Biology (1 semester teaching assistant)
University of Arizona (2014)
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Quantitative Ecology (1 semester teaching assistant)
Undergraduate Research Mentoring
Total 15 student mentored in scientific research from 2014-2023
Undergraduate Research Presentations
2014: Poster at North Carolina State University Undergraduate Research and Creativity Symposium
2017: One poster at the National Conference of Undergraduate Research and one poster at the University of Kentucky Undergraduate Student Showcase
2018: Two posters at the National Conference of Undergraduate Research
2019: Five posters at the University of Kentucky Undergraduate Student Showcase
