Teaching Honors and Awards

• Certificate in Effective College Instruction –THE ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY EDUCATORS AND THE AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EDUCATION (ACUE) –                                                                            Effective Date:  5/1/2021 to 5/1/2026
•  State of Missouri Teacher’s Certification –Previously effective:           Chemistry (grade level 9-12) PC 1 certificate                   Effective Date:  12/21/2002 to 12/21/2005           Effective Date:  9/21/2015 to 9/21/2019        Latin (grade level K-12) Temp Auth certificate                 Effective Date:  8/11/2003 to 8/11/2005
•  PRAXIS – passed the Praxis in Chemistry, Latin, Biology, and Family & Consumer Sciences
•  “We Love Your Class” Award  (2008 & 2014)                 Presented by Missouri University of Science and Technology’s Freshman Engineering Program
•  National Residence Hall Honorary’s Institution Faculty/Staff Member of the Year Award (2012-2013)                 For outstanding efforts in the residence halls of Missouri University of Science & Technology
•  Thomas Jefferson Hall Association Faculty/Staff of the Year Award (2012-2013)
• Tappmeyer Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award (2008-2009 & 2017-2018)                  Presented by Missouri University of Science and Technology Chemistry Department
•  New Faculty Teaching Scholars, Missouri University of Science and Technology (2007-2008)
•  Missouri Junior Classical League Outstanding Service Award (2005)
•  National Honor Society Most Influential Teacher Award (RHS 2002 & RHS 2006)

Education and Experience Highlights

• 2017 – Present:  Missouri Region 5 Regional Director Science Olympiad
  • Tournament at Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409
• 2015 – Present:  Associate Teaching Professor of Chemistry
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409
• 2006 – 2015:  Lecturer
  • Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, MO 65409
• 2000 – 2005:  Latin Teacher
  • Rolla High School, Rolla, MO 65401
• 2006:  PhD – Nuclear Chemistry
  • “Interactions of Nucleons:  Their Role In Understanding The Sun’s Origin, Composition, and Source of Energy”
  • University of Missouri – Rolla, Rolla, MO 65409
• 2004 – present:  Master’s Degree Work:  Emphasis – Latin
  • University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611
• 1996:  BAIS – Chemistry, BFA – Fashion Design, Minors:  English & Psychology
  • Undergraduate Research – “The Chemistry, Application & Durability of Natural Dyes.”
  • Columbia College, Columbia, MO 65216

Statement of Inclusion:  I value the perspective of individuals from all backgrounds reflecting the diversity of our students.  I broadly define diversity to include:  race, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, religion, social class, age, sexual orientation, political background and physical and learning capabilities.  I strive to make this course an inclusive space for all students.  If you see ways I can improve, please let me know.  I will do my best to ensure that your instructional team for this course confirms their commitment to the following tenets and encourage you to do so as well:

1. Respect the dignity and essential worth of all individuals.
2. Promote a culture of respect for the university community.
3. Respect the privacy, property and freedom of others.
4. Reject bigotry, discrimination, violence and intimidation of any kind.
5. Practice personal and academic integrity and encourage others to do so as well.
6. Promote the diversity of opinions, ideas and backgrounds which are the lifeblood of the university.

Here’s to a great semester!  I look forward to meeting you in person!