Teaching Philosophy

I believe that the classroom is a powerful space of learning that can expand our knowledge and challenge our norms in ways that can contribute to social change. In my courses, I aim to build a classroom community with my students to promote critical thinking and the application of theories and concepts to develop their practical and technical knowledge. I also emphasize anti-racist, intersectional, and inclusive frameworks in my course curriculum and pedagogical practices.

My teaching experiences are closely aligned with my interdisciplinary expertise in Urban Studies, Ethnic Studies, Public Administration, and Public Policy. I have taught introductory courses on Asian American Studies, race and ethnic politics, urban studies, public administration, and public policy, as well as advanced courses on Asian American activism and politics, migration and mobility, policy analysis and evaluation, and qualitative research methods.