service
As the Area Head of Painting and Drawing at the University of Iowa, I have dedicated significant time and effort to fostering an environment of academic and creative excellence. Over the years, I have chaired more than 15 MFA committees and served on numerous others, guiding graduate students through their critical phases of academic and artistic development. Additionally, I have advised over 25 BFA student exhibitions, ensuring that our undergraduate students are well-prepared for their transition into professional practice or further academic pursuits.
Recognizing the importance of efficient communication and time management, I have implemented a system of shared documents within our department. This initiative has streamlined email communication, allowing faculty to focus more on classroom instruction and research. By reducing the administrative burden, this system has contributed to increased morale among faculty members and has enhanced the overall educational experience for our students.
In my role, I have also been actively involved in recruiting and engagement efforts aimed at maintaining and growing a diverse student population. I have worked to attract students from various backgrounds, ages, and skill sets, understanding that a diverse cohort enriches the learning environment and prepares our students to thrive in an increasingly global and interconnected world.
My commitment to service extends beyond the classroom and into the broader university and community. I have served in multiple capacities, including as a member of the Tenure Review Committee, the Five Year Strategic Planning Committee, and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Executive Committee, among others. These roles have allowed me to contribute to the strategic direction of the university and advocate for initiatives that support diversity and inclusion across our campus.
I am proud of the service I have provided to the University of Iowa, both within our department and across the wider university community. My efforts have been aimed at not only advancing our program but also ensuring that we continue to cultivate a supportive and dynamic environment for our students, faculty, and staff.
Recognizing the importance of efficient communication and time management, I have implemented a system of shared documents within our department. This initiative has streamlined email communication, allowing faculty to focus more on classroom instruction and research. By reducing the administrative burden, this system has contributed to increased morale among faculty members and has enhanced the overall educational experience for our students.
In my role, I have also been actively involved in recruiting and engagement efforts aimed at maintaining and growing a diverse student population. I have worked to attract students from various backgrounds, ages, and skill sets, understanding that a diverse cohort enriches the learning environment and prepares our students to thrive in an increasingly global and interconnected world.
My commitment to service extends beyond the classroom and into the broader university and community. I have served in multiple capacities, including as a member of the Tenure Review Committee, the Five Year Strategic Planning Committee, and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Executive Committee, among others. These roles have allowed me to contribute to the strategic direction of the university and advocate for initiatives that support diversity and inclusion across our campus.
I am proud of the service I have provided to the University of Iowa, both within our department and across the wider university community. My efforts have been aimed at not only advancing our program but also ensuring that we continue to cultivate a supportive and dynamic environment for our students, faculty, and staff.
service highlights
University committees
Community
Lectures
2023
2021
- Supervisor of Foundations Area, Painting and Drawing Area 2024- present
- Curriculum Committee, School of Art, Art History and Design 2023- present
- Art Hawks, University of Art Club, Faculty Advisor, 2024-25
- Five Year Review, African American Studies, Member, 2024-25
- Tenure Review Committee, School of Art, Art History and Design, Member, 2024-25
- Five Year Strategic Planning Committee. Member, 2024- Present
- First Year Review Tenure Track Review, Member, 2024
- Third Year Review Tenure Track Review, Committee Chair, 2024
- Grant Wood Fellowship Hiring Committee, 2023-24
- Recommender for Honorary Doctorate for Oliver Lee Jackson, 2023
- Grant Wood Fellowship Hiring Committee, Member, 2022-23
- School of Art and Art History, Painting and Drawing Hiring Committee, Chair, 2022-23
- University of Iowa Boxing Club, Faculty Advisor, 2021-present
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Executive Committee, Member - 2020-23
- Grant Wood Fellowship Hiring Committee, Member, 2018-19
- School of Art and Art History Faculty Studio Committee, Member, 2018-19
- CLAS Executive Committee - Member 2018-19
- Junior Faculty Cohort - Member, 2018-22
- CLAS Executive Committee -Member, 2017-18
Community
- "Queering the Cream City," Save Art Space, Milwaukee, WI - Guest curator
- CSPS Hall (Legion Arts), Cedar Rapids, IA - Board Member
- Film Scene, Iowa City, IA - Board Member
- The Heights artist residency, Cedar Rapids, IA - Founder
- University of Iowa Student Boxing Club, Big George's Boxing Club - Consultant and mentor
Lectures
2023
- Des Moines Art Center, Des Moines, IA with Ange Altenhofen
- Charles Allis Museum, Milwaukee, WI
2021
- Yale School of Art, “Life after Yale” with Kenturah Davis and Jennifer Packer
- Knox College
- Iowa State University Department of Art and Visual Culture
- Vermont Studio Center
- University of California, Los Angeles, Department of Fine Art
- University of California Roski Talk, School of Art and Design
