TALKS: 

• From pipettes to pedagogy: Journey Of a Life Science Graduate. University of Mumbai, INDIA, 2024. 
• Self-directed learning (SDL) strategies that lead to success of medical students in their M1 and M2 years, Community Outreach Research and Engagement (CORE), 2022. Co-presented with my colleague, Dr. Kyeorda Kemp.

WORKSHOPS: 

• Bridging Biochemistry: Concept integration framework for co-teaching preclinical disciplines using active learning and asynchronous lecture modalities, Association of Biochemistry Educators, 2025. Co-conducted with my colleague, Dr. Jane Newman
• Implementing Team Based Learning for Integration of Basic Medical Sciences. Team-Based Learning Collaborative, 2025. Co-conducted with my colleague, Dr. Jane Newman 
• Fundamentals Of Writing Effective Multiple-Choice Questions. Team Based Learning Collaborative, 2023

Conference Presentations

• Mapping literature trends of medical student and resident biases, International Association of Medical Science Educators, 2023
• Identifying harmful language in preclinical textbooks as an early intervention for physicians in training. International Association of Medical Science Educators, 2023.
•  Branching Scenarios: Leveraging Technology to Create Authentic and Engaging Experiences Across Teaching Modalities. Medical Education Week, OUWB, 2024.  
• Developing an SDL situational judgment measure. Medical Education Week, OUWB, 2024. 
• Self-directed learning and academic grit in matriculating first-year college students that participate in pre-college STEMM outreach and pathway programs. ASPBP virtual conference, 2023. 
• The importance of outreach and pathway programs and dual enrollment in promoting perceptions of college readiness in students from lower SES areas seeking to enter into science, engineering, technology, math, or medicine. Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Oakland University, 2024