Since 2022, I have had the opportunity to teach across a wide range of subjects, from international relations and American government to political methodology and East Asian politics. As a TA, my priority is to cultivate a classroom where every student feels capable of engaging with complex questions, regardless of their academic background or prior experience with the material. Working with students from diverse disciplines, cultures, and linguistic backgrounds, I understand the importance of designing learning environments that are both intellectually rigorous and broadly accessible.
My teaching is grounded in the belief that students learn best when they understand not only what political scientists argue, but how they arrive at those conclusions. I emphasize critical thinking, evidence-based reasoning, and the ability to evaluate competing explanations rather than solely memorizing facts. By connecting abstract concepts to contemporary political events and real-world examples, I encourage students to see political science as a practical framework for understanding their increasingly interconnected world.
As a teaching assistant, I have learned that accessibility extends beyond course materials. Students bring different educational experiences, cultural perspectives, and levels of confidence into the classroom. Some are encountering political science for the first time, while others are navigating the additional challenge of learning in a second language. For these reasons, I prioritize clear communication, approachable instruction, and an environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, contributing to discussion, and refining their ideas without fear of judgment.
Above all, I hope students leave my classroom with more than disciplinary knowledge. My hope is that they develop the confidence to engage thoughtfully with difficult questions, evaluate evidence critically, and communicate their ideas in ways that will serve them well both within and beyond academia.
Teaching Assistant
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Introduction to International Relations (Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025, Spring 2026)
University of Nebraska at Omaha
American Politics: Political Parties (Spring 2023)
Introduction to American Government (Fall 2022)
Politics of Japan (Fall 2022)
Introduction to Political Inquiry & Writing (Fall 2022)
Politics of China (Spring 2022)
Introduction to Political Science (Spring 2022)
Introduction to International Relations (Spring 2022)
Workshops
L&S Teaching, Learning, and Academic Planning (2023, UW-Madison)