Curriculum Vitae

As Graphic Design Program Coordinator, my responsibilities include curriculum development and revision, program assessment, course scheduling, adjunct faculty coordination, student advising, recruitment, portfolio reviews, and industry engagement. This work supports course availability, informed advising, curricular continuity, and connections between design education and professional expectations.

My college service includes committee leadership in Community-Integrated Education, sustainability, faculty searches, diversity and inclusion, and technology. As Chair of the Community-Integrated Education (CIE) Committee, I contribute to institutional work connecting teaching, community partnerships, and reciprocal learning.

My research and scholarly practice include Neuro Design Research and Design Biblioteca, an accepted poster presentation at AHFE, and presentations at The One Club for Creativity Educator’s Summit and ICBA. Current inquiry brings neuroscience, psychology, perception, behavior, and human-centered design into conversation.

Through Lodi Design Studio, my professional practice connects brand identity, digital design, packaging, and editorial design with commissioned work. Selected projects include SolJourn Retreats, Cell Nectar, Lilikoi Creations, and the Daytona Beach Visitor’s Bureau publication. Professional ADDY awards recognize this creative work, including the 2018 4th District Silver ADDY for SolJourn Retreats branding and website across Florida and the Caribbean.

My mentorship connects classroom learning with student advertising awards, Honors research, professional portfolio reviews, and industry opportunities. In 2026, I co-advised the NSAC team with Chris Smith, integrating the competition into ART 440 Game Day Design & Sports Advertising in collaboration with his ART 436 Advertising Design course.

The resulting student campaign earned 1st Place in District 4, received Best Brand Activation, and advanced to the National Semifinals as a Top 15 team among 108 competing colleges and universities nationwide, providing external validation of the students’ work and the effectiveness of this teaching approach.

External education leadership through AIGA Jacksonville and AAF Jacksonville complements my institutional roles as AAF chapter and NSAC faculty co-advisor. Professional judging and mentorship extend this engagement beyond the college and connect students with the design and advertising communities.