Certifications

Advanced Teacher Preparation. Sanger Learning Center and Faculty Innovation Center. University of Texas at Austin. 18 December 2019.

Advanced Certificate in ELL Writing. University Writing Center. University of Texas at Austin. 24 September 2019.

disABILITY Advocate. Services for Students with Disabilities. University of Texas at Austin. 21 March 2018.

Teacher Preparation. Sanger Learning Center and Faculty Innovation Center. University of Texas at Austin. 27 October 2017.

LQBTQA+ Ally. Gender and Sexuality Center. University of Texas at Austin. 12 May 2017.

Inclusive Classrooms Leadership. Office for Inclusion and Equity (OIE) within the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement (DDCE). University of Texas at Austin. 4 May 2016.

Professional Development

“At the Intersection of Data and Social Influence in the Digital Age: Integrating IMC into your Communication Curriculum.” Short course led by Dr. Thomas R. Flynn. National Communication Association. Remote. 19 Nov. 2020.

“Reflections on the Online Learning Experience: A Student Panel Discussion.” Moderated by Khiran Raj, American Language and Culture Institute, Clark University. Clark University Faculty Professional Development Series: Adapting Your Teaching to Alternate Modalities and Realities. 5 Aug. 2020.

“Challenges and Principles for Creating an Online Classroom Community.” Panel Discussion moderated by Dr. Marc Tumeinski, Anna Maria College. Higher Education Consortium of Central Massachusetts. 5 Aug 2020.

“Understanding Unconscious Bias in the Classroom.” Training led by Michael Vidal, Director Diversity and Inclusive Excellence. Clark University Faculty Professional Development Series: Adapting Your Teaching to Alternate Modalities and Realities. 29 Jul 2020.

“Flexible Teaching in a Disrupted World.” Training led by Joanne Dolan, Director of Academic Technology. Clark University Faculty Professional Development Series: Adapting Your Teaching to Alternate Modalities and Realities. 22 Jul 2020.

“Fact or Fiction: Discerning Reality.” Training led by Andrew Haggerty. Clark University Faculty Professional Development Series: Adapting Your Teaching to Alternative Modalities and Realities. 15 July 2020.

“Labor-Based Grading Contracts.” Training led by Dr. Asao Inoue, Arizona State University. 10 Jul. 2020.

“Applying Intersectionality Appropriately.” Training led by Dr. Bryana H. French, Dr. Jioni A. Lewis, Jeannette Mejia, Dr. Anneliese Singh, Dr. Bryana French, and Dr. Jioni Lewis. Academics for Black Survival and Wellness. 21 Jun. 2020.

“Online Pedagogy Workshop.” One-month course led by Caitlin Keller and Valerie Smedile Rifkin. WPI. 17 Jun. 2020 – 14 Jul. 2020.

“Teaching Online during COVID-19.” Workshop led by Liz Fischer, Professional Skills Committee. Department of English. University of Texas at Austin. 25 Mar. 2020.

“Student Well-Being: How Do I Promote Students’ Mental Health in My Teaching?” by Dr. Althea Woodruff. Counseling and Mental Health Center and Faculty Innovation Center. University of Texas at Austin. 20 Nov. 2019.

“Civic Survival: Developing Effective Curriculum to Build Student Civic Agency.” Short course led by Dr. Leila Brammer and Dr. Sarah Wolter. National Communication Association. Baltimore, MD. 16 Nov. 2019.

“Surviving and Thriving Teaching Online Communication.” Workshop led by Dr. Suzy Prentice and Dr. Karla M. Hunter. National Communication Association. Baltimore, MD. 13 Nov. 2019.

“How We Learn: How Can I Use Pedagogical Theory to Make Learning Last?” Workshop led by Jendayi Dillard. Faculty Innovation Center. University of Texas at Austin. 1 Nov. 2019.

“Inclusive Teaching & Learning: What Strategies Can I Use to Engage All Learners?” Workshop led by Dr. Adria Battaglia, Educational Consultant: Universal Design for Learning Specialist. Faculty Innovation Center. University of Texas at Austin. 27 Sept. 2019.

“Grading & Feedback: How Do I Quickly and Fairly Assess Student Work?” Workshop led by Dr. Paige Schilt, Director of the Sanger Learning Center. Faculty Innovation Center. University of Texas at Austin. 20 Sept. 2019.

“Access Designed.” Presented by Dr. Casey Boyle. Pedagogy Brown Bag Series. Department of Rhetoric and Writing. University of Texas at Austin. 19 Oct. 2018.

“Title IX Basics.” Workshop. Title IX Office. University of Texas at Austin. 5 Sep. 2018.

“Bystander Intervention Training.” Workshop. Bystander Intervention Initiative. University of Texas at Austin. 20 April 2018.

“disABILITY Advocate: Foundation Training.” Workshop. Services for Students with Disabilities. University of Texas at Austin. 21 March 2018.

“Discussing Race in the Higher-Education Classroom.” Workshop led by Dr. Gloria González-López. University of Texas at Austin. 9 March 2018.

“Managing Change and Uncertainty.” Facilitated by Susan Harnden LCSW, CEAP. Employee Assistance Program. Voices Against Violence. University of Texas at Austin. 7 March 2018.

“Teaching Identity and Drafting Teaching Statements.” Workshop. Faculty Innovation Center. University of Texas at Austin. 23 October 2017.

“Moving Through Conflict.” Workshop. Conflict Management and Dispute Resolution Office. University of Texas at Austin. 25 September 2017.

“Teaching Critical Thinking in a Polarized Political Climate.” Roundtable Discussion led by Dr. Davida Charney and Dr. Diane Davis. Department of Rhetoric and Writing. University of Texas at Austin. 31 August 2017.

“English Language Learners and Grammar.” Workshop. University Writing Center. University of Texas at Austin. 28 August 2017.

“Practicing Allyship.” Workshop. Gender and Sexuality Center. University of Texas at Austin. 12 May 2017.

“Fake News: A Workshop for Graduate Students Who Teach Undergrads.” Workshop. University of Texas Libraries. University of Texas at Austin. 5 May 2017.

“Instructor Self-Care and Student Mental Health.” Roundtable Discussion. Cultural Diversity and Global Cultures Flags. University of Texas at Austin. 14 February 2017.

“Grading and Time Management.” Workshop. Sanger Learning Center and Faculty Innovation Center. University of Texas at Austin. 9 February 2017.

“Communication and Fostering Self-Directed Learning.” Workshop. Sanger Learning Center and Faculty Innovation Center. University of Texas at Austin. 26 January 2017.

“Dealing with Difficult People.” Workshop. Healthpoint Employee Assistance Program and University Writing Center. University of Texas at Austin. 27 October 2016.

“English Language Learners.” Roundtable Discussion. University Writing Center. University of Texas at Austin. 25 October 2016.

“LGBTQA+ Identities: Core Issues within LGBTQA+ Communities.” Workshop. Gender and Sexuality Center. University of Texas at Austin. 11 February 2016.

“Digital Writing for Digital Natives.” Workshop. University Writing Center. University of Texas at Austin. 11 September 2015.

“Designing Integrity: Writing Assignments That Discourage Plagiarism.” Workshop. University Writing Center and UGS Center for the Skills and Experience Flags. University of Texas at Austin. 21 August 2015.