As part of my position as Full Professor in the Department of Art, my responsibilities include teaching all levels of ceramics, both undergraduate and graduate.

My personal teaching philosophy has evolved from experiences as a student, an artist, and a teacher of art. Throughout my educational career, I found that teachers who stressed a strong foundational background as well as an awareness of contemporary and historical art were the most influential to me. As an artist, I have recognized the importance of professional work habits and a disciplined attitude in the studio. As a teacher, I realize the importance of developing a good rapport with my students while maintaining a challenging yet supportive classroom atmosphere.

My responsibilities as a teacher of art include (a) assisting students in the development of their skills using a wide range of media and techniques; (b) providing students with opportunities to develop creativity and originality; (c) aiding students in the development of an awareness of contemporary and historical art; and (d) fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Students who take ceramics include undergraduate non-art majors, art majors, and art education majors. Since many of my students are art education majors preparing to teach art in public school, it is important that I model teaching strategies that I hope they, too, will use in their classrooms.  Preparing individuals to teach is an important task that I take seriously, making sure they acquire the content needed to teach ceramics.

Course Descriptions:

Ceramics I   Ceramics II   Ceramics III   Ceramics IV

Advanced Courses:

Adv Ceramics I   Adv Ceramics II   Adv Ceramics III

Exhibition Research   Independent Study