One of my main inspirations is in teaching and mentoring students of all ages, both in the USA and East Africa. I am particularly interested in bringing research together with teaching and mentoring, and encourage students to work with me on my research projects, as well as to think critically about everything they read, write, and experience. My classes are student-centered and students are responsible for contributing to the teaching/learning process through student-led presentations and lectures, discussion group leaders, and peer-review of papers. I have a teaching portfolio that is available upon request.