I have an interdisciplinary background in Education, Writing Studies, and TESOL. My research focuses on contemplative education, literacy practices, and intercultural communication. My current project examines how a “slow looking” pedagogy can help Generation Z students—who have grown up in a culture of distraction and multitasking—cultivate their capacity for learning, enhancing both their academic performance and personal growth. Deeply inspired by the contemplative spirit of Boulder, I integrate slow education and mindfulness into my teaching. My approach has been shaped by years of participation in meditation retreats, dedicated practitioners’ groups, and training workshops within our community organizations. I enjoy spending time in nature, traveling, and exploring new places with my husband, whose training as a meditation teacher has deeply influenced both my teaching and personal journey. I am currently developing my website, slowlooking.org, as a resource for our campus community and the public interested in mindfulness, slow education, and contemplative pedagogy. As a work in progress, the site will continue to expand with new content, offering practical strategies, research insights, and reflective practices to support meaningful education in our fast-paced, digital world.
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composition theory & pedagogy, teacher education, intercultural literacy, contemplative education
WRTG 1100 - Extended First-Year Writing and Rhetoric
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Spring 2018 / Fall 2018 / Fall 2020 / Spring 2022 / Fall 2022 / Spring 2023 / Fall 2024
Extended version of WRTG 1150 intended for students desiring more preparation and practice in college writing. Meets the same goals and fulfills the same requirements as WRTG 1150. Includes one-hour recitation for small group work. Focuses on rhetorical analysis, argument, inquiry and information literacy. Taught as a writing workshop, the course emphasizes practicing strategies for all phases of the writing process. For placement criteria, see the arts and sciences advising office. May be repeated up to 8 total credit hours.
WRTG 1150 - First-Year Writing and Rhetoric
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Spring 2019 / Fall 2019 / Spring 2020 / Fall 2020 / Spring 2021 / Fall 2023
Rhetorically informed introduction to college writing. Focuses on rhetorical analysis, argument, inquiry and information literacy. Taught as a writing workshop, the course emphasizes practicing writing strategies for all phases of the writing process. For placement criteria, see the arts and sciences advising office. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours.
WRTG 3020 - Topics in Writing
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Spring 2018 / Fall 2018
Through sustained inquiry into a selected topic or issue, students will practice advanced forms of academic writing. Emphasizes analysis, criticism and argument. Taught as a writing seminar, places a premium on substantive, thoughtful revision. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Department enforced prerequisite: WRTG 1150 or equivalent (completion of lower-division writing requirement).
