Instructional Experience

Syracuse University (Teaching Assistant)

History 102 Spring 2024

This course is an introduction to modern United States history that considers the people, events, and trends shaping American life since the end of the Civil War. Through readings, lectures, and discussion, students will see how the past influences their world. They will learn to construct persuasive arguments and acquire information allowing them to participate in a democracy. Students will also gain writing and presentation skills. Syllabus History 102

History 101 Fall 2023

Founding and development of institutions. The Revolution and the new nation. Problems of growth and sectionalism. Challenge to the union. This introductory course surveys the history of the region that became the United States from the period just prior to the arrival of Europeans until the Civil War (roughly 1500-1865). Major themes to be elaborated through lectures, films, readings, and discussion sections include migration; free and forced labor; and the evolving place of America in the wider world. Syllabus History 101

History 101 Fall 2022

This course will examine gender, race and class through a chronological investigation of American history from colonization to the end of the Civil War. You will learn how each of these topics relates to the political, social and economic circumstances of specific chronological periods. You will be reading primary source material as well as secondary literature (the textbook, American Horizons) that relate to the topics under discussion. The goals for this course are three-fold: you will gain information about the United States’ history, you will acquire an understanding of how historians go about their work, and you will use the primary sources we read to begin formulating your own historical interpretations. Syllabus History 101

Jefferson University (Adjunct Professor)

Comms 307 Spring 2018

Students will learn the fundamentals of writing for multiple public audiences in multiple communications formats and genres. Areas addressed include public relations, public affairs, media relations, and press releases. Students will also learn to judge the importance of information as well as set priorities and tailor writing to meet the needs of different audiences. Syllabus History 307

Comms 318 Fall 2017

Crises are a fact of life in organizations, whether it is in business, fashion, politics, sports or others, and being able to navigate through them is a crucial skill for all communication professionals. Building on much of what students have learned in their previous communication classes, this course will be an introduction to crisis communication theory and application. The class time and readings will cover crisis management approaches, classic cases and the influence of culture on crisis communication. Additionally, throughout the semester students will engage in group simulations, field trips and individual projects to master the tools of the trade. Syllabus Comms 318

Reflexivity Statement

As an educator specializing in Early American and Indigenous History, my reflexivity centers on acknowledging the advantages associated with my identity. As a white male, educated in traditional, privileged institutions, and having worked in powerful governmental and criminal justice organizations, I am acutely aware of the position of power I occupy. These experiences afford me certain advantages within academia, necessitating a critical examination of potential biases in my research and interactions. Recognizing the historical inequities embedded in the narratives I engage with; I am committed to amplifying marginalized voices and challenging traditional perspectives. My aim is to contribute to a more inclusive and nuanced understanding of Early American History, leveraging my position to foster dialogue and promote diversity within the academic realm.