On Saturday, April 25, I organized the Fulbright Connect: Scholarship, History, and Community event at the University of Akron. The event brought together 40+ Fulbright scholars, alumni, students, and community partners for an afternoon focused on international exchange, global engagement, and community connection.

The program included presentations on The University of Akron’s global engagement and mission, the Cummings Center for the History of Psychology’s engagement with international scholars, Global Ties Akron’s mission, and experiences shared by international Fulbrighters.

The event was made possible through collaboration across campus, including support from The University of Akron International Center, the Cummings Center for the History of Psychology, the College of Business, and the Alumni Office, along with the Fulbright Association Northeast Ohio Chapter and Global Ties Akron.

This event truly reflected the mission of the Fulbright Association by creating space for connection, cultural exchange, and meaningful dialogue. It was a group effort, and I am grateful to everyone who helped make this regional Fulbright gathering a success at The University of Akron 😊

Honored and truly grateful to receive the Billy I. Ross Advertising Education Award at the American Academy of Advertising conference in Austin this year 🥰

This award recognizes innovative work that advances advertising education. It’s about impactful teaching and innovative contributions to how we prepare the next generation of advertisers and marketers. This award is a significant, career-level recognition within the field, and I’m honored to be among its recipients.

I’m especially thankful for my colleagues and collaborators who continue to support and inspire me to be the best educator and researcher I can be and for my students for being part of this journey (you know who you are 🙂)

The University of Akron wrote an article about my award HERE.