Teaching Goals

I am energized by working with future generations of registered dietitians.  It is a privilege to teach and contribute to the development of future leaders in the field.  I attempt to instill enthusiasm, respect for one another, and a sense of community in the classroom in order to promote an environment where students enjoy learning

The courses I teach are required for the Didactic Program in Dietetics and the Dietetic Internship.  I have four primary goals in teaching dietetics students: 1) to ensure students acquire foundation knowledge and skills in dietetics to promote future competence as dietetics practitioners; 2) to nurture development of leadership skills for future professional roles; 3) to develop the ability to synthesize and integrate information and ideas as dietetics professionals; and 4) to stimulate excitement in pursuing a career in dietetics. 

To achieve these goals I rely on a variety of teaching methods and enjoy trying new teaching techniques.  I am a fan of the "flipped" format as a teaching method to promote the application of theory to practice.  

Advising Philosophy 

My advising philosophy is straight forward.  It is to help students discover what they’re passionate about, identify how to bridge the gap between academics and practical experience, and support students throughout their journey.  I attempt to accomplish this by giving students my undivided attention when meeting so that I may listen actively and provide appropriate guidance, recommendations and understanding to help each student attain their goals.  My goal when meeting with students is to develop the rapport and eventual trust that is required to dig deep and unearth the spark that can ignite the passion that will then feed their academic experience and ultimately their career.