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About Me

Bridging Instructional Design & Institutional Excellence in Higher Education

I am a higher-education professional with more than 16 years of progressive experience at the intersection of innovative learning design and institutional effectiveness. I build engaging, accessible learning experiences and lead strategic assessment, accreditation, and data-driven decision-making to advance academic excellence in research-focused environments. 

Education

Bachelor of Accountancy

Mississippi State University


Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology

Mississippi State University


Master of Business Administration

University of Memphis

Instructional Design & Learning Innovation

Design curriculum and online learning experiences grounded in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and adult-learning principles.
 

Partner with faculty, subject-matter experts, and technologists to create inclusive, engaging, scalable learning environments.
 

Lead large-scale initiatives such as the LiFE Program and “Smart Start” at the University of Memphis, enabling working professionals to re-enter education and thrive.

Institutional Effectiveness, Assessment and Accreditation Leadership

Lead strategic planning, assessment framework development, and accreditation readiness (including SACSCOC, THEC) for graduate-education environments.
 

Analyze program and course-level data, translate insights into dashboards and improvement actions, and guide institutional stakeholders in evidence-based decision-making.
 

Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across academic and administrative units.

Why It Matters

Whether I’m designing a highly effective online course or helping an institution refine its accreditation strategy, the goal is the same: to empower students, support faculty, and strengthen the institution. I bring a unique blend of creative instructional design and strategic leadership that translates vision into measurable improvement and lasting impact. 

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