Profile
I have taught at MCC since 1997, both online and face-to-face. I have also worked as a tutor in the Writing Center. Classes I have taught range from composition (101 and 102) to creative writing and screenwriting to linguistics and technical writing to literature and ENH (English humanities). I hold a PhD in literature from Arizona State University.
What kind of teacher am I? I like to provide students with detailed information at the start of any class so that they can decide if it is the best class for them. If they do, I expect them to do their best and to abide by the class policies, attend regularly, and complete work on time. In return, I am happy to answer questions, offer advice, and provide guidance in the effort to master the concepts and to demonstrate them effectively. Students with a positive attitude, strong work ethic, ability to follow instructions closely, good self-discipline, and active desire to learn and improve usually do well. But you get out what you put in.
Classes Taught
Fall 2026
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition | 3 Credits | ||||
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Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on expository writing and understanding writing as a process. Establishing effective college-level writing strategies through four or more writing projects comprising at least 3,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Writing placement or (C/ better in ESL097 or WAC101) or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). |
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Course Notes: Due to the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, students are encouraged to attend the first class meeting before purchasing the textbook. |
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| General Education Designations: First-Year Composition [FYC], Written Communication [WCM] | ||||||
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15301
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
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TuTh
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10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
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Closed |
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15341
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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16447
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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16628
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition | 3 Credits | ||||
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Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on persuasive, research-based writing and understanding writing as a process. Developing advanced college-level writing strategies through three or more writing projects comprising at least 4,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. |
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Course Notes: Due to the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, students are encouraged to attend the first class meeting before purchasing the textbook. |
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| General Education Designations: First-Year Composition [FYC], Written Communication [WCM] | ||||||
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17326
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. |
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| ENH110 | Introduction to Literature | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to international literature through various forms of literary expression; e.g., poetry, drama, essay, autobiographical fiction, short story, and novel. Provides a global overview of literature with special emphasis on diverse cultural contributions of women, African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
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17689
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
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TuTh
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9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
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Class Started |
| ENH214 | Poetry Study | 3 Credits | ||||
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Involves reading, discussing, and analyzing poetry of various forms and from selected periods. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] | ||||||
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15316
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Class Started |
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Spring 2027
| CRW190 | Introduction to Screenwriting | 3 Credits | ||||
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Overview of screenwriting elements and introduction to screenwriting techniques. Prerequisites: None. CRW150 recommended but not required. |
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10855
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027
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Open 19 of 22 |
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| ENG102 | First-Year Composition | 3 Credits | ||||
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Emphasis on rhetoric and composition with a focus on persuasive, research-based writing and understanding writing as a process. Developing advanced college-level writing strategies through three or more writing projects comprising at least 4,000 words in total. Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. |
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Course Notes: Due to the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, students are encouraged to attend the first class meeting before purchasing the textbook. |
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| General Education Designations: First-Year Composition [FYC], Written Communication [WCM] | ||||||
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10247
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027
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TuTh
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9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
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Open 18 of 24 |
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11109
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Dobson Campus
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In-Person
Lecture
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01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027
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TuTh
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10:30 AM – 11:45 AM
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Open 17 of 24 |
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12210
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027
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Open 9 of 24 |
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| ENH254 | Literature and Film | 3 Credits | ||||
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Presents works of literature and their film versions and analyzes distinguishing techniques of each medium. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. |
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| General Education Designations: Arts and Humanities [AHM], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] | ||||||
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11223
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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01/19/2027 – 05/14/2027
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Open 19 of 25 |
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Spring Flex Start 2027
| ENH110 | Introduction to Literature | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to international literature through various forms of literary expression; e.g., poetry, drama, essay, autobiographical fiction, short story, and novel. Provides a global overview of literature with special emphasis on diverse cultural contributions of women, African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans. Prerequisites: None. |
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| General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Arts and Humanities [AHM] | ||||||
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10262
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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03/22/2027 – 05/14/2027
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Open 13 of 25 |
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