I’ve spent over a decade working at the intersection of education, design, and technology—teaching, building, researching, and learning. I’m passionate about helping students find their voice through creative media, and I believe that good design should be both intentional and inclusive.
This site is a living document of my practice—an archive of work, a place to test ideas, and a reflection of how I think as both a maker and a mentor.
This is the culmination of my work leading up to the dissertation phase of the Interprofessional Education Doctorate Program at Kent State University. Since beginning this journey in August 2022, I’ve grown significantly as a scholarly practitioner—deepening my understanding of design education, broadening my perspective, and strengthening my commitment to meaningful, inclusive learning experiences.
Now, as I move into the final phase of this doctorate, I see my profession through new lenses. I’m excited to give back—through research that is reflective, practice-oriented, and rooted in real-world classroom impact.
Current Research Focus
Exploring how AI-powered tools can enhance inclusive and engaged CTE classrooms. I’m particularly interested in how professional learning can be developed for teachers to support technology integration into the classroom.
The work done in the Interprofessional Leadership program at Kent State is aligned with Carnegie Project Education Doctorate’s (CPED) Principles.
These principles ensure the work:
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