Teaching
My Approach to Teaching
Teaching
Philosophy
I believe that teaching is a form of global engagement. Whether I’m leading a seminar on climate security or mentoring students through their Fulbright applications, I aim to create learning spaces that are inclusive, inquiry-driven, and connected to real-world challenges. My approach is grounded in critical thinking, care ethics, and a commitment to interdisciplinarity.
Courses I Teach
Teaching across disciplines, from American institutions to emerging security domains
American Government
Introduction to International Politics
Introduction to
Political Science
Space Security and Governance
Teaching Moment: Engaging Security Professionals on Space
As part of the Comprehensive Security Cooperation (CSC) course, a five-week flagship program offered by the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (DKI APCSS), I co-led a session on space security alongside Dr. Alfred Oehlers.
The audience included security professionals representing governments across the Indo-Pacific region, creating a uniquely diverse and high-level setting for dialogue. We examined pressing challenges in the outer space domain, including orbital debris, the rapid increase in satellite launches, and the growing importance of international norms like the Artemis Accords in ensuring peaceful and sustainable use of space.
The exchange was vibrant and deeply engaging. Participants raised bold, thoughtful questions on militarization, dual-use technologies, and the limits of current governance frameworks.
Mentorship and Student Engagement
I mentor students across disciplines, particularly those pursuing international opportunities like Fulbright, graduate study, or policy careers. My goal is to empower students to connect academic knowledge with personal purpose.