She has taught core materials classes with active learning since 2003 and is renowned for her innovative teaching efforts. Her experience at the 2006 Rigorous Research in Engineering Education Workshop initiated her participation in the research community as demonstrated by her work with researcher, Sheri Sheppard, of Stanford University in creating and facilitating a faculty workshop linking National survey results to outcomes in local teaching practice. She is currently researching the adaptation of web-based learning strategies and use of cyber-enabled tools for use at NCA&T and will be leading workshops for local faculty interested in using these strategies.