I approach the classroom as a space for fostering capacities for reading (text and world), belonging (dialogue and listening), and critical reflection. At St. Mary’s University, I have taught courses in moral theology and Mexican American Studies. Recent courses explore the history of liberation theology as well as the ethics of sanctuary and hospitality.

I implement learning practices attuned to content and context. Regular practices include close readings of primary sources, experiential activities like visiting the memorial for los 53 migrantes and migratory bird-watching, in addition to leading creative projects like zine-making and oral history workshops.

At St. Mary’s, I support cross-institutional and community-facing initiatives. For instance, I collaborated in the launch of the Center for Mexican American Studies to advance contextual pedagogy and scholarship. Through the Center for Catholic Studies, I also direct student research projects.