Education

• PhD in Applied Social Psychology at Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, 2008
• PhD in Sociology at Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, 1997
• MS in Human Development and Family Studies/Marriage and Family Therapy at Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado, 1985
• BA in Psychology at University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado, 1978

Why I Teach

For many years, teaching has brought me the joy of communicating with students about the facts and theories related to psychology. I incorporate both a traditional and coaching approach with my students in order for them to best absorb the material and build their learning skills.

I include interactive activities within class lectures and assignments that help students more fully engage in the course. The more they learn and strengthen their knowledge about others in their global and local worlds, the more they will become connected in their life’s work.