Had such a wonderful semester, one full of great conversations and learning! Taught six classes: Introduction to Queer Studies (three sections); Introduction to Women’s Studies; Religions and the United States; and First Year Writing I–Identity, Meaning, & Film. And the… Read More ›
This summer has been so much fun and so, so very busy. I ended up teaching three classes that I had never taught before. I had some of the best classes and students I’ve ever had. Teaching (and the accompanying… Read More ›
As a graduate of Brazosport College and as a citizen who pays taxes to the Brazosport College Taxing District, I enjoy keeping up with some of its activities when/where possible. In 2007, voters approved a $70,000,000 bond. This bond included… Read More ›
After posting this semester’s class pictures (Spring 2018), I remembered I never made a blog post with those from the Fall 2017 semester! Here they are:
Final Exam Class Selfies: Cornell Boxes based on students’ reactions to Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe
The following outlines various techniques I use when teaching to enhance or change discussion-based activities. I’ll update it as necessary. I’ve had a number of students say they enjoy my classes in part because they never know what we’ll be… Read More ›
Updated December 29, 2017 I will never apologize for supporting and defending students. I will also never apologize for challenging them and making them think and work in ways and with greater intensity than they ever thought possible! My exact… Read More ›
