this is me

Hi! This is me, Laura K. Alford, and this site is where I toss updates to my teaching and research and post links to funny things so I don't forget about them. And I don't want to hear any snarky comments about this being made with Google Sites. I know there are swankier options out there, but I'd rather spend my time doing other things, like defending the Oxford comma.  

I am a Lecturer here at the University of Michigan. I do a little research on the side, but I primarily teach. I have taught ENGR 100-600: Intro to Engineering -- Underwater Vehicle Design since 2008 and I have taught  ENGR 101: Introduction to Computer Programming since 2015. 

If you happened across this page because you are a new student in ENGR 100-600 or ENGR 101, then welcome! I look forward to meeting you. If you are a random person, also welcome! I probably won't get to meet you, alas.

I have a Twitter/X account, but it was really just to post pictures and videos from the ENGR 100 ROV Showcase.  Sometimes I post funny memes about teaching large first year courses. Don't get too excited that I'll post much beyond that.  Sorry.  If you want to contact me, go ahead and email me.  Go Blue!!