Teaching, Mentoring, and DEI Practices

Thoughtful and effective teaching and mentoring prepares students across diverse backgrounds to think critically about how we interact with Earth's surface and each other and supports their discovery with science and stewardship. I value diversity of experience, thought, and culture in my classroom, the field, and my community. To cultivate an environment where all students can thrive, my goals as an educator are to:

1. Create inclusive learning environments

I am implementing inclusive pedagogy in the classroom, creating accessible learning environments, and broadening participation in STEM fields.

2. Use active learning and critical thinking to engage students in societally-relevant science

I am building course curriculums and research projects that foster skills and provide applications for a diversity of earth science careers

3. Take steps to continually improve my teaching, mentoring, and DEI practices

Teaching is not static. I am continually taking steps to improve in my role as an ally, a teacher, and a mentor.

Current Course Offerings

Fall 2024: Natural Hazards at the University of Tennessee

Spring 2024: Geomorphology (GEOL454) at Colorado State University