Teaching Assistantships
SOCI 301: Sociological Research Methods
This course provides an introduction to primary methods of gathering sociological data: experimentation, survey research, participant observation, etc. Students will use computers to analyze data. They will also be exposed to the formulation of hypotheses, survey design, participant observation, and the use of elementary statistics.
SOCI 250: Special Topics in Polity, Policy, and Process
This course will take a problem-based approach to policy-making and leadership in the public sphere. After identifying and contextualizing a local/community social problem or challenge, students will actively engage in strategizing creative solutions as well as effectively communicating about them. During this process, they will also interact with policy-makers, community leaders, academics, and other stakeholders, thus learning to analyze policy issues through a hands-on approach.
SOCI 240: Statistics for Social Research (Winter
This course involves the use of statistics to summarize data and to show relationships among variables. Students will learn to evaluate research reports based on statistics and use the computer to analyze data.
SOCI 201: Foundations of Sociological Inquiry
This course introduces students to the methods and theory of sociological inquiry. Topics include comparisons of dominant paradigms of sociological thought, critical analysis of basic concepts in the field, logic and rhetoric of sociological analysis, and ethical and value issues in the practice of sociology. Emphasis will also be placed upon writing sociology: documentation, literature search, organization, and style.
Tutoring Positions
SOCI 556: Data Analysis
This course introduces students to hands-on techniques in quantitative data analysis. The main components of the course are: 1. Data cleaning and organization; 2. Descriptive statistics for categorical and continuous variables; 3. basics of statistical theory; 4. inferential statistical tests; 5. simple linear regression; 6. basics of multiple regression; 7. measurement, scaling, index, and elementary factor analysis. This course will also focus on data and model interpretation. In class, students will analyze and interpret real data that are used by market research companies, government agencies and social policy organizations.
SOCI 510: Applied Quantitative Methods
This course offers comprehensive coverage of basic applied statistics for use in social policy research, evaluation, market research and data consulting. Topics will include univariate and bivariate descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, hypothesis testing and linear regression techniques. Students will learn to calculate and interpret these statistics using a variety of software packages. They will also gain experience in creating data visualizations for their work in professional settings.
Other Teaching Experience
College Prep Mentor, Circle K International
Circle K International (CKI) is one of the world’s largest student-led collegiate service organizations. The role of College Prep Mentor involved conducting monthly webinars and live conference presentations to guide high school students through the college application process, including topics such as essay writing, financial aid, and admissions strategies. Through these mentoring sessions, students gained practical insights and resources to navigate higher education opportunities successfully.
Volunteer Tutor, Heart Math Tutoring
Heart Math Tutoring (HMT) provides elementary students with one-on-one math tutoring during the school day to build confidence, foundational skills, and enthusiasm for learning. The role of Volunteer Tutor focused on strengthening students' problem-solving abilities and mathematical fluency through structured lessons and personalized support. HMT’s mission is to ensure that all students develop the academic foundation needed for long-term success.
Workshop & Elective Leader, Sunrise Day Camp
Sunrise Day Camp is dedicated to bring back the joys of childhood for children with cancer and their siblings worldwide. The role of Workshop & Elective Leader involved conducting life skills workshops on topics such as resume building, financial literacy, and email writing. Additionally, elective programs were developed to introduce campers to visual branding, hand lettering, and web design, promoting creativity and hands-on learning experiences.