Specialization
- Composition Instruction
- Developmental Writing Instruction
- BA, English/Psychology – Western Michigan University
- MA, English – Michigan State University
Honors and Awards
- Mentored three honors composition students for presenting original essays at statewide essay competition – 2000-2002
- LAND Organization, KCC representative (past and current)
- Winner of NISOD Excellence in Education Award, 1996
- Named most influential instructor by distinguished KCC Alumni Designate
- Published book review in MELUS Journal, 1997
