teaching

teaching practical skills, fostering curiosity, and building inclusive research communities

I’m driven by a desire to make astronomy and statistics accessible, practical, and empowering. My own career was shaped by an early astro-statistics course that gave me the tools to succeed—and I aim to create similarly transformative experiences for my students. Whether preparing them for research or industry, my goal is to build their confidence with data, teach statistical thinking, and help them see themselves as capable scientists.

courses taught

  • Research Topics in Astrophysics, UMass Amherst
    Fall 2023 – BSc level, 12 students, co-taught with Prof. Yun

  • Nordic Optical Telescope Summer School, University of Copenhagen
    Summer 2021 – Grad level, 12 students, TA under Prof. Fynbo

  • Applied Statistics: From Data to Results, University of Copenhagen
    Fall 2020 – Grad level, 160 students, senior TA under Prof. Petersen | webpage

    Fall 2019 – Grad level, 140 students, TA under Prof. Petersen webpage

teaching awards

  • Best Science Course at the University of Copenhagen, TA Team, Fall 2020

I’ve taught and mentored across a range of settings, from co-developing a senior undergraduate research course at UMass to teaching on Scandinavia’s largest graduate statistics course. I currently a co-mentor to four graduate students and have guided over a dozen student researchers since 2018. I also bring a decade of outreach experience, which has sharpened my ability to explain complex ideas clearly and connect with learners at all levels. My experience serving as DEI undergraduate coordinator profoundly influenced my convictions as to the importance of equitable access to education and assessment.

turning students in scientists

My approach emphasizes hands-on, research-led learning using real data and modern tools like Jupyter notebooks. My undergraduate experience has taught me the value of flipped classrooms, project-based work, and inclusive course design that supports varied learning styles. I regularly gather student feedback to adapt instruction, and I work to foster a classroom culture of collaboration, inclusion, and shared ownership. As a mentor, I focus on trust, communication, and visibility so that students feel supported both personally and professionally.