I am a dedicated nurse practitioner and university nursing professor with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Loyola University Chicago. With over 25 years of experience in teaching, I specialize in human sciences and English grammar and composition. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where I encourage students to explore their strengths and overcome barriers. I understand the challenges that students may face, having been a first-generation college student myself. I am passionate about guiding learnersparticularly adult and non-traditional studentstoward achieving their academic goals through tailored, interactive lessons. By leveraging my extensive clinical and educational experience, I strive to inspire confidence and success in every student I work with. Let's embark on this journey together!