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Teaching

I am committed to creating inclusive, engaging, and critically reflective learning environments that support students from diverse backgrounds. My teaching integrates research, real-world applications, and interactive learning strategies.

Instructor of Record

  • Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ) and Sexuality Studies (WS 304), Michigan State Univerisity

Teaching Assistant

  • Research Methods in Social Work II (SW 431)   

Guest Lecture

  • Survey Design (SW 431)
  • Family Environment, Mental Health, and Gender-Affirming Care (SW 472)
  • Social Determinants of Health Among Sexual and Gender Minority People (SW 811)

Teaching Philosophy

My teaching is grounded in three core principles:

  • Inclusivity: Creating a classroom environment where all students feel respected and able to contribute
  • Critical Thinking: Encouraging students to question assumptions and engage deeply with social issues
  • Application: Connecting theory to practice through real-world examples, research, and community-based perspectives

I aim to equip students with both analytical skills and a deeper understanding of social inequities, particularly as they relate to gender, sexuality, and health.