The defining philosophies of my teaching are (i) leveraging diversity for learning, (ii) making connections to lived experiences and contemporary events, and (iii) enhancing learning through student engagement. 

Teaching at Saint Mary's College 

At Saint Mary's College, I teach courses on diverse topics related to social and environmental justice, critical pedagogy and community engagement. Courses in the Justice, Community and Leadership program emphasize critical thinking, engaged learning through service and an enduring commitment to social justice. Course descriptions can be found here. 

Courses taught:  

• Environmental Justice (Spring 2016, 17, 18)
• Senior Thesis (Fall 2017)
• Global Development and Social Justice (Fall 2017)
• Community Engagement in Education (Spring 2016)
• Theory and Inquiry in Justice, Community and Leadership (Fall 2015, 2016)
• Globalization (Fall 2015)

My teaching has been featured in Berkeley media and blogs

News report on a climate negotiation class exercise for International Environmental Politics

Blog-post on Berkeley Connect small-group meeting on the California Drought

Blog-post on Berkeley Connect small-group meeting on professional development