[Teaching + Mentoring]

Teaching Philosophy

My teaching philosophy is grounded in a global, emancipatory approach that sparks curiosity, strengthens critical thinking, and prepares students to address real-world problems. I use evidence-based and inquiry-driven strategies, including co-design, experiential learning, guest lectures, interdisciplinary simulation, and team-based projects, to create dynamic, student-centered classrooms that promote active learning, cross-cultural awareness, and applied problem-solving.

I am deeply committed to teaching, mentorship, and service. My experience spans curriculum development, online and in-person instruction, and interdisciplinary clinical simulation. I have taught hundreds of master’s and PhD students at Rush University College of Nursing in courses such as Intermediate Biostatistics, Qualitative Research Methods, and Health Policy and Finance. In 2020, I received the Sigma Theta Tau International Outstanding Graduate Student Teaching Award in recognition of excellence in online education.

Inclusivity is central to my pedagogy. I intentionally integrate global case studies, diverse lived experiences, and community-relevant examples to help students broaden their perspectives, interrogate assumptions, and lead with cultural humility. Across my teaching, I aim to prepare students not only to master content, but also to use evidence, equity, and compassion to improve health in an interconnected world.