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Other hours are available by appointment.

Education

B.A., History, Auburn University (1999)

M.A., History, Emory University (2004)

Ph.D., History, Emory University (2009)

Curriculum Vitae

Additional Information

My teaching interests grow out of a commitment to making history meaningful, accessible, and usable for students. I focus on American history, world history,  and the history of medicine and disease, with a particular interest in how global connections, pandemics, and social change shape the world we live in. I care deeply about teaching students how to think like historians—how to source documents, evaluate evidence, trace continuity and change, and build clear, grounded arguments. Because my students come from a wide variety of backgrounds and preparation levels, I design courses that are active, inclusive, and intentionally scaffolded. I rely on Universal Design for Learning to ensure students can engage with material in multiple ways, access content through different formats, and demonstrate their learning using clear, flexible pathways. I also enjoy creating innovative online learning experiences, including TiLTed assignments, structured note-taking, guided primary source work, and thoughtful uses of inquiry-based learning to help students get started and build confidence. At the heart of my teaching is a simple goal: helping students see why history matters and how it connects to their own lives, communities, and futures.