About me

I’m interested in the ways people think, learn, communicate, and interact with technology. My academic background is in philosophy and cognitive science, with studies in linguistics along the way. I originally became interested in questions about the mind and language, which eventually led me toward cognitive science and research on writing, language, and technology.

Since then, my interests have expanded into education, technical communication, and the practical problem of making complex knowledge understandable. My current work in industrial education and CNC machining has given me a perspective on learning that is quite different from my academic background.

Outside of work, my interests are considerably less focused. I read widely and have a longstanding interest in philosophy, film, and art. I originally wanted to work in animation or graphic design and studied both in high school.