To help the ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵcommunity get to know new faculty, each was asked to respond to three statements.

1. During my first year on campus, I'd like to _____________________.

2. I'd like to connect with colleagues interested in ________________.

3. I'd like to learn more about _________________________________.

KLINGLER COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

Alexander Erickson
Chemistry
Laboratory Supervisor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to teach students about X-ray crystallography.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in using crystallography to advance their research. 
• I’d like to learn more about students and their research and career goals.

Jacinta Mutambuki
Chemistry
Assistant Professor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to establish my research lab, develop the assigned courses, and write grant proposals.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in racial equity research in STEM programs, teaching development programs on evidence-based and inclusive teaching, and pedagogical and curriculum innovations in STEM disciplines. 
• I’d like to learn more about the institutional culture, my students, barriers to students’ success at Marquette, and resources I can direct students to excel in academics. 

Nour Ali
Computer Science
Teaching Assistant Professor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to give back to the community and engage with students.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in Java programming and associated tools such as spring and IntelliJ. 
• I’d like to learn more about the culture at ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵand integrate my teaching philosophy to enhance student learning outcomes.

Keyang Yu
Computer Science
Assistant Professor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to set up my research laboratory, write funding proposals to seek chances for further supporting my incoming research team, and teach courses related to my teaching and research experience.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in Cyber-Physical Systems, Computer Systems, Cybersecurity, and Machine Learning. 
• I’d like to learn more about how I can contribute to the mission of ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵand the larger community.

Danielle Harms
English
Teaching Assistant Professor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to learn more about the many way ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵstudents, staff, and faculty are engaging with each other and their communities. I’m excited to dive into teaching at ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵand to look for ways to take part in the life of the campus both inside my classroom and beyond it. I’m also excited to check out the next issue of the ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵLiterary Review and cheer on the student editors who make that publication happen.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in exploring ways to use writing pedagogy, narrative storytelling, and multimodal forms of creative expression in their teaching. I’m at work on my first novel, and hoping to take the next steps towards publishing it soon, so I’m excited to connect with other people who have gone through that process. 
• I’d like to learn more about the ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵrituals and traditions that are not to miss. I know once the fall semester is underway, the next year will be a whirlwind, but I’m excited to become an active member of this campus. I’m always looking to grow as a teacher, which I think will be a lifelong pursuit, and this year I’m hoping to focus my pedagogical energy on accessibility, conflict transformation, and inclusive teaching practices.

Jaihee Choi
Mathematical and Statistical Sciences
Assistant Professor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to make connections with faculty, staff, and students in my department and across the university.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in extracting insights from complex data to better understand different biological outcomes. 
• I’d like to learn more about life in Milwaukee!

Capt. David McCallops
Military Science
Assistant Professor of Military Science

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to become lead of the MU Rappel Club.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in the local business community. 
• I’d like to learn more about job fairs.

Capt. James Pokorsky
Naval Science
Professor of Naval Science

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to build relationships with colleagues and students.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in working with our ROTC students. 
• I’d like to learn more about faculty resources and collaboration/networking opportunities at ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵand the community at large.

Claire Lockard
Philosophy
Teaching Assistant Professor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to learn more about the ÏòÈÕ¿ûÊÓƵcommunity, and how to show up for my students in ways that are personally and professionally sustainable.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in enhancing on-campus resources for studying and practicing feminism, anti-racism, and economic justice. 
• I’d like to learn more about Marquette’s ongoing commitment to social justice and the opportunities for new faculty to get involved.

Daniel Swaim
Philosophy
Teaching Assistant Professor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to grow.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in pedagogy. 

Lucia Kovacikova
Political Science
Assistant Professor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to connect with students and fellow faculty members across disciplines.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in teaching techniques that allow students to learn by engaging with the wider community. 
• I’d like to learn more about the university’s resources and programs so that I can help students create the best experience they can have at Marquette.

Josh Chen
Social and Cultural Sciences
Teaching Assistant Professor

• During my first year on campus, I’d like to connect with faculty who love teaching and find community for my family.
• I’d like to connect with colleagues interested in social justice, racial equity, and the pursuit of the common good. 
• I’d like to learn more about Milwaukee's racial and socioeconomic history and Marquette’s role in that history.

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