 Education Background:
- Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, Illinois, Master of Arts in Community Counseling
- Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, Illinois, Advanced Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling
- Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, Illinois, Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
Teaching Philosophy:
My philosophy is to offer the student an environment that is rich in learning possibilities. I attempt to demonstrate an intense passion for the subject matter. I value the importance of an education and the commitment that the student has towards their studies.
My objective is to provide a strong foundation regarding the subject matter that I am teaching and to foster a hunger for additional knowledge.
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Awards and highlights:
- Oakton Community College Presidential Scholar
- Cook County Sheriffs Award of Merit in Law Enforcement
- Northeastern Illinois University Award of Meritorious Research
- The Earl Davis Sportsmanship Award, awarded by Strong Athletes Against Steroids (SAAS) for leadership in fighting drug abuse among athletes
Professional Memberships and Associations:
- American Counseling Association
- Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association
- National Police Suicide Foundation
- International Critical Incident Stress Foundation
- Chi Sigma Iota National Honor Society, Northeastern Illinois University
- Alpha Chi Zeta National Honor Society, Northeastern Illinois University
- Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society of the two year college, Oakton Community College
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