Digital Learning & Instructional Design
Combining artistic creativity with educational expertise to create innovative and engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences.
About
With over ten years of experience in course development and evaluation, I bring a strong background in visual communication and fine arts. My goal is on fostering creativity in design and problem-solving, resulting in innovative and enriching learning experiences for everyone, whether online or in person.
Relevant Work History
2014-2025
Associate Professor
Art - Visual Communications
Department Chair 2017-2024
The College of Idaho
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Responsible for the design and implementation of all curricula for all digital media, illustration, bookmaking courses, and seven other courses ranging from traditional studio art to art history.
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Implemented UDL practices into all my courses, as well as those taught by adjuncts and/or new permanent hires in the department.
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Developed the digital media branch of the department, which included grant writing for equipment purchases for digital media courses (cameras, tripods, scanners, etc.) Secured a total of nearly $15,000 in grant funding for purchases.
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Responsible for collecting data for annual assessment, conducting the annual evaluation of the department and its ability to meet both departmental and divisional outcomes, and addressing any concerns..
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Consulted with individual instructors within the department on the significant redesign and implementation of existing courses to meet current educational needs and emerging technology trends.
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Taught courses in web design, graphic design, digital imaging (photograpy based course), digital video, traditional studio arts, art appreciation, art history, and more.
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Served on:
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2021-2022 Curriculum Council & Petitions Committee
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2019-2020 Curriculum Council & Petitions Committee
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2018 Instructed a Premiere Elements workshop for faculty development, The College of Idaho
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2018 Served on the Online Task Force
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2018 Served on the PEAK Committee
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2012-2014
Instructor of Record and/or Teaching Assistant
University of Arizona
Taught courses in graphic design and traditional studio art. Assisted in traditional studio art courses, graphic design, and illustration.
Education and Professional Development
2020-2021
Rutgers University Online Education Services
2011-2014
MFA
University of Arizona
2006-2010
BFA
University of Arizona
2001-2006
AA
AFA
Courses - Universal Design and Accessibility, Fundamentals of Designing and Teaching Online Courses & Engaging students in Online Courses.
Studio Art - Visual Communications
Studio Art - Sculpture
Minor in Creative Writing
Magna Cum Laude
Liberal Arts
Visual Arts - Photography
Distinction and Highest Honors
Projects
Below you will find two projects that were created to be used as models for department faculty to use for developing courses. The first template is a course template, the first module only, and the second is an aide for creating simple videos to be used in conjunction with other resources within a course.
