"Lilly-Bethesda is part of the overall Lilly Conference Series. For nearly 40 years, Lilly Conferences on College and University Teaching and Learning have provided opportunities for the presentation of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.  Faculty and administrators at various stages in their academic careers come from across the United States, representing nearly every discipline found in higher education." (source https://www.lillyconferences-md.com)

I was honored to be accepted to present at Lilly Bethesda Maryland (virtually due to Covid), May 28-30, 2020, with my amazing co-presenter Eileen Grodziak. 

My research "Creactive: Creative Process Before Technology", encompasses the importance of developing an active critical thinking process before technology implementation.

The presentation showcased the "Creactive" development steps that I implement in my pedagogy, as well as data from a Guilford AUT study—which was completed in several of my design classes at PSU-LV, as well as a cross-site class at Moravian College.

I plan to expound on this research in future posts. Until then, I just wanted to comment on this wonderful experience (my first conference presentation!)—grateful for the opportunity to present, learn and engage with amazing colleagues around the nation.

#LillyConference #DesigningEffectiveTeaching #HigherEd

 I am excited to announce that my collage artwork is featured in a group show at Penn State Lehigh Valley. 

The exhibition runs August 26th - October 11, 2013; the opening reception is Wednesday, Sept 11th; 5-7pm at Penn State Lehigh Valley.

This exhibition features artists who often use text to express visual images and ideas. The words are presented in a visual context encouraging the viewer to look closer into the image and probe their meaning.

EXHIBITING ARTISTS:
Michael Albert 
Vicki DaSilva
Christina Galbiati 
Naomi Grossman
Robert Jackson 
Julie Miller 

During the exhibition, a mural will be created using text and images that will be fashioned and found.