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I teach in the Media + Design program at Tulane University’s School of Professional Advancement and previously taught in the School of Visual Art & Design at the University of South Carolina. My teaching emphasizes practical design skills, critical thinking, and professional preparedness. It’s incredibly rewarding to see my student’s confidence grow and the creative work they produce!

Curriculum and Course Development

Beyond the classroom, I collaborate on curriculum development, by improving existing courses and building new elective courses to meet the evolving demands of the design field. I also serve on the Media + Design curriculum committee, helping shape the program’s direction.

Courses Taught
I’ve taught a range of undergraduate courses from foundational to advanced, including co-teaching the capstone course for the program.

Courses I’ve developed are marked with an asterisk.

  • DDSN1100 – Foundations of Digital Design*

  • DDSN1401 – History of Graphic Design

  • DDSN2000 – Branding & Semiotics

  • DDSN2400 – Digital Page Layout*

  • DDSN2401 – Design Studio I*

  • DDSN3400 – Design Studio II*

  • DDSN3402 – Poster Design

  • DDSN3406 – Infographic Design*

  • DDSN4100 – Portfolio & Professional Practices*

  • MDES4150 – Media + Design: Capstone

At the University of South Carolina, I taught a 4/4 course load covering Design Technology & Concepts, Typography I, and Typography II.

Teaching Awards & Recognition

  • 2025 John Percy Dyer Award
    Tulane University,
    School of Professional Advancement

  • 2022 Distinguished Faculty Award
    Tulane University,
    School of Professional Advancement