I currently lead 3 interesting and demanding research teams composed of doctoral, MA, and undergraduate students which have generated 8 conference papers this year. My newest endeavor is the Cultural Mentors program pairing up US & international students to exchange information about each other's cultures.

Research Interests

culture & identity, spirtuality & health, barriers to organ donation

Current Courseload

COM 225 - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication
COM 391 - Topics in Verbal, Intercultural, or Gender Communication
COM 828 - Cross-Cultural Communication