Doctoral student enhances student teacher learning and community partnerships
More than 10 years ago, Ashley Nylin (MEd ’09) was working in the fashion industry. But every now and then, while sitting in her New York apartment, she felt that familiar “teaching bug” nudging her to make a change.
I knew I wanted to teach and get my PhD, so I called [the University of Georgia]," she said. “The idea of being a professor-in-residence and teaching on-site classes is something that I am very excited about.
While Nylin was enjoying her experience in the Big Apple, she wanted to make a direct impact on society instead of obsessing over designer outfits. She now works with the Professional Development School District, a partnership between the College of Education and the Clarke County School District, as a field instructor for seven pre-service teachers.