Menu
close
Home › Forums › Core Seminars › Rise of East Asia, Fall 2017 › Self-introductions
Kimberly Jones.
cgaoHi everyone! We are looking forward to meeting and getting to know you in person over the next few months, but please use this thread to introduce yourself for now.
Please upload a photo of yourself if possible. Go to "my account," then click on the edit tab, and upload a photo at the bottom. Make sure you click save!
Jazmin LunaMy name is Jazmin and I am an elementary school teacher at a charter school in East Hollywood. This is my third year teaching but taught P.E. for six years before going into the classroom. I majored in history at UCLA and received my masters at WGU. Looking forward to learning as much as I can in this seminar. See you Saturday!
clay dubeHi Everyone,
I'm Clay Dube and it's my privilege to work with Catherine at the USC U.S.-China Institute. I am a historian by training, working on China, Japan, and the United States. I have taught at colleges in China, Kentucky, and California. In between, though, I also taught for three years at the secondary level in San Diego. Few jobs are as difficult or as rewarding as teaching and I'm delighted that we'll get a chance to work together over the course of this seminar.
If you need to reach me, please call the institute phone number at 213-821-4382 or write to me at [email protected].
Chris HertzogHi, I am Chris Hertzog, I teach AP World History at Stockdale High in Bakersfield. Yes, I will be making the drive to USC, but looking forward to the course and the info. I have taught 15 years, here in California and overseas in Europe and in the eastern Med.
Valerie DobyMy name is Valerie Doby and I teach English, History, & Robotics to 7th graders. I love teaching and can't wait to learn more about the history of China to take to my students. I have been teaching for 7 years but this is my 2nd year in 7th grade.
Evelyn MendozaMy name is Evelyn Mendoza and I am a high school science teacher. I'm excited to join this program because I've been fascinated with East Asian culture for a very long time. I want to learn more about East Asian culture to be able to share this interest with my students. I've even taken a Japanese language class, and sometimes share the little knowledge I have with my students.
Amir OsterweilHello, My name is Amir Osterweil and I am a world history and humanities teacher at Palisades Charter High School in Los Angeles. I've been teaching for 7 years and am looking forward to adding to my knowledge of East Asian history . I had the privilege of teaching in Seoul for two years and am fasciniated by East Asian culture and history.
Erin TanguayMy name is Erin Tanguay and I teach 7th and 8th grade history at Millikan Middle School and the Science Academy STEM school (We have two schools at one location). I have been teaching history for 18 years. I am truly looking forward to being a student again!
Shannon PowersHi,
My name is Shannon Powers and I'm a 6th grade teacher. This is my 18th year teaching, and I've taught 4th, 5th, and 6th grades - upper elementary. I teach in Garden Grove Unified and am looking forward to learning more about Asian history.
Nira SunHi,
My name is Nira Sun, a high school Mandarin teacher in LAUSD. I have students from 9th all the way to 12th grades. This is my third year teaching. I enjoy my time with my students and I'm happy to see them learning and growing everyday in my classroom. I was born and grew up in China. I went to UCI majored in Psychology and minored in Educational Studies. I also finished my Master in Cal State Long Beach two years ago. I was introduced to this program by one of our Spanish teachers who used to teach Social Studies. I'm excited to have this opportunity to learn and share with everyone.
Jasmine WangHi everyone!
My name is Jasmine Wang and I am an IB history and Ethnic Studies teacher in LAUSD. It is my fourth year teaching, but my first year teaching these preps. I am looking forward to broadening my understanding of Asian history for my personal and professional growth!
Eric HohHello!
My name is Eric Hoh and I am a middle school, special education teacher in LAUSD. I am entering my third year in teaching students with severe intellectual disabilities in a community that is appoximately 90% Latino and 10% African American. In light of this reality, I am excited to learn more about Asian history and culture in order to provide my students and community with access to more of the world through what I might learn in this seminar.
Sonia ArrayalesHello Everyone,
My name is Sonia Arrayales, and I am a second grade teacher for LAUSD. I teach the English Language Learners. I am really excited to be taking part of this seminar!
Cindy NguyenI made it!
My name is Cindy Nguyen and I have teaching for LAUSD for over 10 years. I am currently teaching 10th World History at West Adams Preparatory High School. I this is my third seminar with USC China Institute adn I am excited to learn more about Asian history.
Matthew WongHello, my name is Matthew Wong. I am an English and Social Science teacher at Arcadia High School. This is my third year of full-time teaching. I have taught for about four years or more, including a year of teaching English is Taiwan. I am currently teaching a sheltered US History course, American Government, ELD 3: Composition, and Link Crew Leadership. I have previously taught Modern World History and US History. I am also an alumnus of the USC Rossier School of Education. I'm excited to deepen my knowledge of East Asia.