about

I’m a learning designer, researcher, and professor committed to designing learning environments where people can grow, change, and flourish.

My work blends instructional design, educational psychology, and technology to help educators create meaningful, engaging learning experiences—both online and in person. I’m especially drawn to research and practice that supports self-authorship, intrinsic motivation, and equity-minded teaching.

I currently serve as the Director of Instructional Design and Digital Learning at Washtenaw Community College and teach in the Master of Arts in Educational Technology (MAET) program at Michigan State University. I’m also a PhD student in the Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education (HALE) program at MSU.

My professional interests include:

• Faculty development and course design
• Online and hybrid learning quality (QM, CoI, Merrill’s Principles)
• Motivational psychology and goal setting
• SoTL informed instructional innovation

At the heart of my work is a simple belief: people can learn, change, and grow—especially when they’re supported by design that honors their humanity.