Overview
I specialize in the investigation of learning experiences that result in deep, broad, and long-lasting transformation and intercultural competence development in international educational contexts.
Current Appointments & Affiliations
Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics and International Education at Duke Kunshan University
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2018 - Present
DKU Faculty
Recent Publications
Distinguishing Oneself: First-Year International Students’ Pre-College Motivations and Expectations in a Sino-Foreign Joint-Venture University in China
Journal Article Chinese Education and Society · January 1, 2023 China has shown increased engagement in International Higher Education (IHE), an interest motivated by a tremendous demand among both Chinese and international students. Conducted at a full-scale Sino-foreign joint-venture university (JVU) in China, this s ... Full text CiteTalking with ‘Others’ Experiences and perspective transformation in a short-term study abroad program
Journal Article Frontiers: The Interdisciplinary Journal of Study Abroad · April 29, 2021 With the growth of short-term study abroad programs comes the need to develop impactful curricula and to provide supportive environments for deep learning abroad that is more than “upgraded” tourism but rather focused on educational outcomes. This qualitat ... Full text Open Access Link to item CiteTransformative learning in times of global crisis: Reflections on collaborative working practices
Journal Article CEA Critic · November 1, 2020 Full text Open Access CiteEducation, Training & Certifications
University of Oklahoma ·
2018
Ph.D.