Helping JWU students gain confidence in their writing, speaking, and reading has been both rewarding and educational.”
After graduating with a BA in English from Connecticut College, I taught English in Japan for three years. When I returned to the U.S., I obtained a master's degree in Education (specializing in Teaching English as a Second Language) from Rhode Island College, taught English in Tokyo for one more year, and then returned to Rhode Island to teach English at Johnson & Wales University.
In 2017, I graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a PhD in English. Having specialized in Rhetoric & Composition, I studied the histories, theories, and practical applications of writing and rhetoric, ultimately focusing my dissertation research on multiculturalism and comparative rhetoric. I am particularly interested in conducting research related to open-mindedness, experiential education, rhetorical reading, and high vs. low context communication styles.
In September 2016, I transferred from the ESL Department to the English Department at JWU, where I teach courses focusing on composition, communication, and rhetorical theory. Helping JWU students gain confidence in their writing, speaking, and reading has been both rewarding and educational, and I am honored to have the opportunity to contribute to their postsecondary academic and personal growth.