Bio

Prior Institution: Central Piedmont Community College
Years Teaching: 23 years
Courses Taught: Medical Law and Ethics; Professionalism, Clinical classes, medical assisting courses and simulation for all health programs.
Is there something in particular that you would like Co-Directors and/or Professional Learning Leaders (PLLs) to experience as faculty leaders?
Co-Directors and Professional Learning Leaders (PLLs) have more than just expertise; it’s about fostering environments where both educators and learners thrive. One experience that would be invaluable for Co-Directors and Professional Learning Leaders is the opportunity to engage in meaningful mentorship relationships, both as mentors and mentees. Seeing firsthand the transformational impact of thoughtful guidance could reinforce the importance of investing in people, not just knowledge.

Another powerful experience would be moments of collaborative problem-solving across Co-Directors and Professional Learning Leaders (PLLs) disciplines. When leaders step into spaces where different perspectives and expertise intersect, they discover creative solutions that might not have surfaced within their own specialized areas. These moments of intellectual synergy can reshape how faculty leaders approach challenges and innovation.