Teaching
Designing learning environments where creativity, justice, and strategy come together.
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching practice is rooted in the belief that fashion and design are powerful cultural systems that shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us. I teach with the goal of helping students think critically, work intentionally, and imagine more just and expansive futures.
I build classrooms where students develop the confidence to question assumptions, the tools to navigate complex systems, and the creative strategies needed to lead in evolving industries. I encourage experimentation, community care, and rigorous inquiry, and I guide students in connecting theory to practice across both physical and digital contexts.
In all courses, I aim to cultivate a learning environment that is supportive, intellectually challenging, and grounded in justice. My role is to provide structure, clarity, and mentorship while giving students the space to grow into their own creative and strategic identities.
Parsons School of Design, The New School
Toronto Metropolitan University
Teaching Excellence
I have taught across graduate and undergraduate programs at Parsons School of Design and Toronto Metropolitan University, working in fashion management, strategic design, digital culture, and social justice.
My teaching has been recognized for its clarity, intentional scaffolding, student-centered approach, and ability to make complex theory feel accessible and relevant. I excel at supporting diverse learners, fostering deep engagement, and designing courses where students feel both supported and challenged.
Students consistently note that my courses help them:
develop stronger analytical and research skills
connect personal identity with creative practice
understand the cultural and economic systems shaping fashion and design
build frameworks for ethical and justice-oriented leadership
apply interdisciplinary methods to real-world contexts
I have supervised graduate thesis projects, led teaching teams, developed new courses, redesigned existing curriculum, and contributed to major program reviews and modifications.