I believe my proudest accomplishment at East Texas A&M University was directing Eleemosynary by Lee Blessing as a part of the University Playhouse season. I was able to tell a story that reflected the complexity of human relationships while applying my research.

While I wasn't a perfect student, I discovered my strengths (and weaknesses) and how to manage, nurture and pursue my creative passions.

What brings me the most joy and pride is seeing and hearing about the successes of our students. Whether it is starting their own businesses, being successful in graduate school, or receiving an industry award, their success always reminds me of the reason I was called to this profession.

Art has the ability to show us what we don't expect to see – to challenge and remind us of the potential around us.

I am committed to embracing the university’s foundation of excellence while strategically and innovatively growing undergraduate and graduate education, ensuring student success, and supporting faculty excellence,

I love helping my students understand how they fit into the world around them.