Current Courses at St. Olaf College

Fall 2025
Psych 238 Biopsychology

January Term 2026
Psych 290 A Big History of the Brain

Spring 2026
Psych 237 Cognitive Psychology Psych 390 Electrophysiology of Complex Cognition

Student Resources

Course materials, syllabi, and additional resources will be posted here as they become available.

Teaching Philosophy

My passion for teaching psychology and neuroscience comes from watching students discover how these ideas can connect to and illuminate their everyday experiences. I leverage this passion as the foundation for communicating course content, whether in introductory cpurses or advanced research methods seminars.

I strive to integrate examples that resonate with students’ lives to enhance the relevance of the content and by connecting psychological concepts to students’ daily experiences. When possible, I use hands-on demonstrations—such as connecting students to mobile EEG devices to illustrate brain electrical activity—to spark curiosity and deepen engagement. Influenced by the liberal arts in my own education, I embrace an interdisciplinary approach that embeds psychology and neuroscience within broader contexts like evolution and chemistry but also connect them to history and philosophy.

Teaching Approach

  • Individualized feedback to support student growth and monitor comprehension
  • Iterative presentation process to build confidence and reduce anxiety
  • Real-world applications connecting neuroscience concepts to everyday life
  • Inclusive learning environment where every student can feel valued and supported
  • Evidence-based practices grounded in the psychology of learning

Previous Teaching Experience

University of Alabama

  • Research Methods in Educational Neuroscience
  • Introduction to Learning Skills & Strategies
  • Introduction to Educational Neuroscience (OLLI)