Education
- Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan
Masters in Communication, Graduated December 2012 - Calvin University, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graduated May 2010
Communication Major
Professional Experience
2013—present: Communication Instructor, Calvin University
2009—present: Professional Photographer, JoyPhoto LLC
2010—2014: Communication Instructor, Western Michigan University
2008—2009: Media Production and Youth Ministry Internship
2000—2006: Dance Instructor, Brighton City Ballet Company
Academic Interests
Courses Taught
- Public Speaking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Communication Theory
- Mass Media Theory
- Communication & Culture
- Gender & Media
Special Skills
- trained in seminars on public speaking for elevator pitches
- trained to give professional presentations within the job market setting
- 7 years of experience teaching a diverse student population at private and public universities
- 10 years of professional photography skills, shooting quality coverage of special events
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