TEACHING

TEACHING: 

See the following blog authored by Dr. Emily Farris (Texas Christian University) that mentions some of my teaching practices: Link.

RESEARCH GUIDES CREATED:

In Spring 2026 I worked with a UTRGV Librarian to create a B3 Resources Library Guide for Political Science that helps facilitate bilingual (Spanish) research in political science.

COURSES:

I have had the pleasure of teaching the following courses: 

• Latinx Politics

• Race & Ethnicity in American Politics (graduate & undergraduate)

• The Politics of Mexican Americans 

• Immigration Policy &  Politics

• Introduction to U.S. National Politics

• Texas Government & Politics

• Political Science Research Design & Methods

• First Year Seminar: A Nation of Immigrants?

MENTORED GRADUATE/UNDERGRADUATE  RESEARCH:

During my time at The College of Wooster I advised many emerging scholars through their Senior Independent Studies (a year-long research project). At UTRGV I have served as chair/co-chair for two master's theses.

WOOSTER CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT:

I also take part in campus-events with students and colleagues: The Trump Indictments (2023); The D.R.E.A.M. Act Today; The United States under a Trump Presidency;  Fire Side Chat: Family Separation Policy; Looking Back and Looking Forward – The 2020 Election and Beyond.