A healthy fear of what I don’t know
Inspired by The Devil Wears Prada, I’ve learned to avoid “cerulean sweater” moments at work—balancing confidence with curiosity, and asking the right questions to stay both accurate and collaborative.
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AI can only replace boring art
AI can replace background music and stock images—but not human-made art rooted in connection. Keeping it alive means showing up, paying attention, and valuing it before it disappears.
More on IRL Experiences: Memorable Creativity Beats Budget Busters
Continuing my advice on how to ride the cultural swing back to IRL experiences, here are three examples of memorable experiences that just have a good idea going for them.
Broadway Isn’t Overpriced—It’s Undervalued. The Same Might Be True for You.
Young audiences crave meaningful, in-person arts experiences—but they need help seeing the value. What Broadway learned from Gen Z can help all of us reframe, not discount.
Arts and Culture IRL: Don’t Wait for the Return—Create the Moment
Culture is swinging back. People – especially young people – crave real-life experiences. But they won’t leave home for just anything. Here’s why arts organizations need more than an IRL strategy to compete—and how to meet the moment.
What Happens When Public Funding Disappears? A Test for Public Radio—and Its Supporters
After Congress cut public media funding, some stations raised millions from new donors. Is this a win—or a warning sign? Here’s what I’m watching, and what I hope comes next.
Teaching for a life in the arts – and beyond
As students pursue a life in the arts, I teach with both realism and respect—preparing them for creative careers while modeling the skills and mindset that lead to meaningful work.
Teaching Grant writing in the Age of AI: A Practical, Ethical Approach
AI can strengthen student writing—but it shouldn’t replace it. Here’s how I’m teaching grant writing this fall using AI as a support tool, not a shortcut, while building trust and clarity.
Universal Design for Learning: Making My Classroom Work for Everyone
Universal Design for Learning isn’t just for students with accommodations—it helps everyone. Here’s how I use UDL principles in my classroom to create flexible, inclusive, and engaging learning experiences.
Making Learning Stick: How I Structure Class Time So Students Really Get It
Students don’t learn when they’re bored or confused. Here’s how I structure class time to make concepts stick—using emotion, stories, analogies, and layered explanation to meet students where they are.
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