Beyond my core duties, I am a sought-after speaker, a published author, and a champion for integrating smart technologies with human-centered solutions. When I am not busy, you’ll find me hitting the trails for a hike, expressing my creativity through jewelry design, and diving into research on living a long, healthy life!
Nicole Pramik | Academic Engagement Center
I hold a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees in English (both with an emphasis in Creative Writing) from Marshall University. Half of my working experience consists of teaching English, humanities, and film studies to students for the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) as well as for Morehead State University. On a more personal note, I am a self-confessed bookworm whose other chief passion is writing. I have contributed chapters to numerous volumes examining facets of popular culture with a philosophical slant and have self-published my own books, most notably a fantasy short story collection, and a stand-alone YA fantasy
novel. Ariel Washington | Academic Engagement Center
I am from Louisiana, where I was born, raised, and still reside. I have two children: two daughters. I enjoy hanging out with my children. I also enjoy cooking. I like to sublimate and print on different fabrics in my spare time. I received my bachelor's degree in criminal justice from the University of Louisiana at Monroe and my master's degree in psychology from the University of Arizona Global Campus (Formerly known as Ashford when I attended). I have several years of experience as an early childhood and K-12 teacher. I have also worked part-time as a mental health counselor for 7+ years while pursuing my teaching career. I enjoy teaching, and my passion has always been to navigate the minds of young adults and assist
them in learning, growing, and reaching their full potential. My learning philosophy is, "Education isn't about what students learn but about learning "how" to learn. Everyone can learn. My job is to meet students where they are and move them forward. The students of today are the leaders of tomorrow". I am super ecstatic to be a part of UAGC. Charles Switzer | Academic Engagement Center
I earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Southern New Hampshire University in 2020 and went on to obtain a Master of Humanities degree in film studies and media from Tiffin University. I attained both degrees fully online and was an adult learner through every step of my higher education journey. I live in the arid yet beautiful city of Albuquerque, New Mexico, with my partner and spouse of nearly 11 years and our lovable senior female Boxer dog named Lovely. When I am not reporting or facilitating courses, I enjoy reading about a wide variety of topics,
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