个人介绍： A clarinetist and music educator with a Doctor of Musical Arts degree, I serve as Dean and Associate Professor at Quincy University, where I lead the School of Fine Arts and Communication. My academic work includes publications in peer-reviewed music journals, frequent conference presentations on clarinet pedagogy, and ongoing student research mentorship. I have developed curriculum across undergraduate music programs and have been recognized as a finalist for Excellence in Teaching. My performance career includes principal clarinet positions with regional orchestras and active chamber music engagement. I have coordinated numerous university events, secured grants, and contributed to academic governance through committee leadership. My research interests center on clarinet pedagogy, woodwind techniques, and the integration of performance practice into academic study, with a strong commitment to fostering student artistic and scholarly development.

个人介绍： A Professor of Computer Graphic Technology with a Ph.D. in Educational and Instructional Technology Design, I bring over three decades of experience teaching at universities and colleges. My research focuses on game-based learning, learner-centered design, and educational technology, with a dissertation that explored an online educational video game for engineering students. I hold an MFA in Visual Communication Design and have developed curricula across graphic design, interactive media, and instructional technology. I have served as a tenured Associate Professor, Distinguished Professor, and Chair of Visual Communications, where I managed department operations and redesigned programs. My work bridges creative practice and educational research, emphasizing visual literacy, interactive learning, and user experience. I have taught both face-to-face and online courses, earning certifications in online instruction, and continue to design innovative visual and interactive curricula in higher education.

个人介绍： With over forty years of experience teaching communications at the university level, I have dedicated my career to higher education as an associate professor. My academic foundation combines a Bachelor of Arts in English with a Master of Fine Arts, grounding my teaching in both literary and visual media. I have developed curricula across disciplines and have extensive experience in creative writing, copywriting, and research. My scholarly and creative work includes published essays, short stories, scripts, and poetry. Beyond university teaching, I have worked with younger learners, guiding adolescents in summer camp settings for six years. My long-standing faculty appointment at a major Canadian institution reflects a sustained commitment to teaching excellence, interdisciplinary practice, and the cultivation of creative and critical voices across generations.

个人介绍： A Master of Arts student in Speech Language Pathology with a background in Kinesiology, I have dedicated my academic and professional work to supporting diverse learners across educational settings. My experience includes developing rehabilitative and educational plans for neurodivergent students, coordinating ESL instruction, and providing individualized academic support in both one-on-one and group formats. I have facilitated university-level peer tutoring sessions, led inclusive programming for high school students, and collaborated with classroom teachers to align language instruction with core curricula. My approach emphasizes accessibility, individualized learning strategies, and community building. With certifications in behavior management and high-quality community programming, I bring a strong foundation in both clinical and educational practices to support student success across age groups and learning needs.

个人介绍： A visual artist with a Master of Fine Arts degree and over a decade of teaching experience, I have worked extensively with children and adults across community centers, universities, and cultural institutions. My teaching practice spans painting, drawing, theater, and creative performance arts, emphasizing interactive and creativity-motivating environments. I have contributed to academia as a teacher’s assistant in university studio courses, facilitating critiques and student engagement. My academic and creative work includes curating exhibitions, serving on arts organization boards, and contributing as an editor and writer for children’s art publications. With a commitment to inclusive, multicultural education, I bring cross-disciplinary expertise and a deep dedication to fostering artistic growth across diverse age groups and backgrounds.

个人介绍： An MFA graduate with a strong background in studio arts, I have taught at the university level as an assistant professor, leading a painting course that integrated digital and physical practices. My teaching approach is shaped by diverse experiences as a graduate teaching assistant, including serving as a “Super TA” during the pandemic to support faculty in transitioning to online instruction. My academic and creative work focuses on fabrication, automation, and new modes of human-machine collaboration. I bring technical expertise in CNC fabrication, 3D rendering, electronics, and coding into both my artistic practice and pedagogy. With years of professional experience in gallery installation, design, and model making, I emphasize hands-on learning and cross-disciplinary inquiry in the classroom.

个人介绍： A design educator with a Master of Arts in Education & Society from McGill University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Distinction from Concordia University, I bring a strong academic foundation to my teaching practice. I currently serve as a professor in the Graphic & Web Design Department at John Abbott College, where I teach in continuing education. My academic work focuses on the intersection of design, education, and society, supported by a 4.0 GPA at the graduate level. With over a decade of professional experience in graphic and web design, I integrate practical industry knowledge into my pedagogy. My background includes front-end development, UI/UX, and digital media, allowing me to offer students a comprehensive and applied learning experience.

个人介绍： A Master of Architectural Design graduate with a background in Fine Arts, I have contributed to academia as an instructor developing curriculum in both analog and digital design graphics for undergraduate students. My scholarly work includes research on office-to-residential conversions, presented to the Canadian Urban Institute. I have received multiple academic awards, including a graduate study abroad scholarship, a comprehensive design excellence award, and an entrance scholarship. My creative work is held in a permanent collection, and I have been nominated for a distinguished art award. My teaching and research intersect computational design, visualization, and policy-driven architectural studies, reflecting a commitment to integrating technical rigor with creative inquiry.

个人介绍： Microbiologist with PhD in Dairy Microbiology and extensive research experience in gut microbiome, probiotics, and metabolic diseases. Currently Assistant Professor at Florida State University. Published extensively and received multiple young investigator awards. Former postdoctoral fellow at Wake Forest School of Medicine and research fellow at Juntendo University, Japan. Specializes in early-life gut microbiota development and nutrition-microbiome interactions.

个人介绍： PhD candidate in Economics at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign specializing in environmental economics, public economics, and applied econometrics. Research focuses on air pollution impacts on economic activity and strategic polluter behavior. Published working papers presented at ASSA, AERE, and SEA conferences. Experienced teaching assistant and research assistant.