I am an educator, curriculum designer, editor, poet, and Ph.D. student in Georgia State University’s English Doctoral Program. With an M.A. in Creative Writing from The University of Southern Mississippi and over 8 years of experience building learning communities and teaching writing in both secondary and higher education, I am dedicated to the transformative power of language.

I believe writing is a liberating mode of self-expression and advocacy, an idea that fuels both my poetry and teaching. Creatively, I explore the delicate boundaries between threat, security, and healing by crafting poetry that speaks to humanity, empowerment, and generational progression. In parallel, one of my primary research interests is how poverty contributes to poor mental health and various forms of trauma, specifically for girls and women. I find value in integrating the exploration of these themes as inquiry tools in my teaching practice.

As a writing teacher, I prioritize inspiring students to distinguish themselves as purposeful writers, guiding them to find their unique voices within an inclusive, anti-racist, and culturally affirming framework. Likewise, my poetry informs this mission, as I encourage students to approach writing as a means of engaging with the world around them, empowering them to compose with confidence.