This semester marked a significant milestone in my academic career as I undertook the esteemed task of converting the CRJ 6900 policing course into an Open Educational Resource (OER) with zero textbook cost. This endeavor, a first of its kind for me as an adjunct professor, was met with a profound sense of honor and enthusiasm. The process of revamping the syllabus for this course afforded me the opportunity to meticulously update its content, ensuring it resonated with the contemporary challenges faced by law enforcement professionals. Delving into the realm of available resources, I meticulously curated a selection of documentaries, podcasts, and literature that delved deeply into the foundational aspects…

This semester I updated (and pretty much overhauled) the CRJ 6700 course: U.S. Judiciary. This is a required course for Criminal Justice Majors and helps bridge the gap between remembering core concepts and vocabulary and applying that knowledge to everyday problems within the field across differences. I decided to think of a fun theme that might overlap these learning goals and settled on true crime. More specifically, students will conduct research and construct a series of zines using true crime stories to analyze how true they really are. The zines will culminate into a large collage at the end of the semester. Throughout this process, I have been thinking about…

When I was a child growing up in a predominately white school in a predominately white town in a all white family, I knew that as a biracial (black and white) person that I would face obstacles that my family couldn’t relate to. I had teachers who loved my friends but who put me at the back of the room, or would tell my parents “you have way to high of expectations for this child”. My parents instilled in me the importance of education and of supporting people, especially those who don’t have the same opportunities as I have had. I was able to expand my horizons through travel, and…

I am thrilled to announce my role as the pioneer of open education liaison within the biology department. It’s an exciting journey, made even more delightful by the support and collaboration of our incredibly talented colleagues. Together, we are poised to embark on a groundbreaking initiative I am truly honored to participate in.

Hello all, my apologies for delayed post, it was a hectic week. I will be working on OER for HE3500 First Aid and CPR, HE 2000 Community CPR, as well as EXS2000 Exercise, Energy Balance, and Weight Managament. I have previously developed an OER for COH1500 Healthcare in the US last spring and enjoyed the process. I am looking forward to updating these three new courses.