Jessamyn Neuhaus | Director
315.443.1086
janeuhau@syr.edu
Jessamyn Neuhaus is the Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) and Professor in the School of Education. A scholar of teaching and learning, Dr. Neuhaus is the author of Geeky Pedagogy: A Guide for Intellectuals, Introverts, and Nerds Who Want to be Effective Teachers and editor of Picture a Professor: Interrupting Biases about Faculty and Increasing Student Learning, both published in the West Virginia University Press series, Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. Her forthcoming book, Snafu Edu: Teaching and Learning When Things Go Wrong in the College Classroom will be published in the Oklahoma University Press series, Teaching, Engaging, and Thriving in Higher Education. Dr. Neuhaus holds a Ph.D. in history and in addition to two historical monographs, has published pedagogical, historical and cultural studies research in numerous anthologies and journals, and is editor of Teaching History: A Journal of Methods. A recipient of the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, Dr. Neuhaus has over twenty years of classroom experience, teaching courses on U.S. history, gender studies, history of sexuality, popular culture history, and specialized seminars she created, such as “Superheroes in U.S. Culture,” “The Prom: History, Politics, Culture, and Society,” “The Apocalypse in U.S. Popular Culture,” and “Zombies in Popular Culture.” As an educational developer, Dr. Neuhaus supports and promotes faculty’s scholarly teaching and pedagogical reflection at every stage of their careers. As a collaborative campus leader, Dr. Neuhaus prioritizes building and sustaining strong communities; recognizing, documenting, and celebrating effective teaching practices; and increasing equitable teaching and learning environments for faculty, students, and staff.
Kate Marzen
Academic Integrity Development Office
315.443.5412
kmarzen@syr.edu
Kate Marzen is in the Academic Integrity Office in the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE). She earned an M.B.A. in Organizational Leadership from Newman University, an M. Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of South Carolina and a B.S.Ed. in Deaf Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Kate was previously the Assistant Director of Academic Expectations with the Center for Learning and Student Success at Syracuse University. In her role, Kate is specifically focused on academic integrity, faculty development, and policy improvement. Outside of work, Kate is an avid reader and runner who enjoys spending time outside with her husband and their dogs.
Ebony Graham
Faculty Developer / SCOT Coordinator
315.443.1551
ebgraham@syr.edu
Ebony Graham is a Faculty Developer, specializing in Students as Partners Work. She leads the Students Consulting on Teaching (SCOT) Program and will look for ways to develop and expand the program to better serve and provide growth opportunities for students and faculty alike. Ebony comes to Syracuse following a two-year Post-baccalaureate Fellowship at Trinity University in San Antonio, TX, where she was a Program Coordinator for the Tigers as Partners program, a Pedagogical Partnership program. She is an alumna of Haverford College, where she majored in Environmental Studies, with a focus on Environmental Humanities, with minors in Education and Africana Studies. A proud born and raised Philadelphian, she enjoys being in nature, reading, listening to music and podcasts (She’s always happy to share or receive recs!), and spending time with family and friends.
Ashley Jimenez
Academic Integrity Development Office
315.443.5412
asjimene@syr.edu
Ashley Jimenez is in the Academic Integrity Office in the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE). Ashley earned a B.S. in Accounting and Business Management from Syracuse University in 2020. Prior to CTLE, Ashley was the Program Support Coordinator in the Center for Learning and Student Success. Additionally, she worked as an Accounting Analyst in the Comptroller’s Office at Syracuse University. During her time as an undergrad student, Ashley was involved in Residence Life as a Resident Advisor, volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, and tutored at the North Side Learning Center (NSLC) after-school program for Syracuse’s refugee and immigrant community. In terms of work, Ashley enjoys most working hands-on with students & colleagues in a fast-paced environment. She prides herself on helping those in her community continuously learn and grow. It is what makes work worthwhile for her. Outside of work, Ashley holds personal passions for DEI work, reading, traveling, animals, and family.
Nicholas Bennett
Program Coordinator
315.443.1208
nsbennet@syr.edu
Nick Bennett is the Program Coordinator for the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE). He coordinates professional development opportunities, assists with resource development, and manages the CTLE website among other duties. Nick’s experience in education includes nine years teaching K-12 instrumental music, seven years offering educational outreach for public broadcasting, and over thirty years as a percussion instructor in the pageantry arts. He holds a Master of Science in Education from Elmira College and a Bachelor of Music in Music Education with Performance Honors from Syracuse University.