Mark oversees honors student records, tracks student progress through program requirements, and works with campus partners to identify and incorporate opportunities into the honors options student have for courses and experiential learning. His professional interest areas include the strategic design of enriching student engagement opportunities, compelling and dynamic learner-centered environments, and student-centered policy making.

Mark is a prodigal son to Iowa City, back-yard gardener, and Rubik’s cube enthusiast. You might see Mark around town at the Hawkeye Tennis and Rec Center, running along the river, or visiting the farmer’s market.

Education:

• University of Iowa, PhD in Educational Policy and Leadership Studies, in progress
• Loyola University Chicago, MEd in Educational Policy and Leadership Studies, 2007
• University of Iowa, BA in Philosophy and English, 2002

Ask Me About:

• My research on underrepresented student experiences
• Why you should consider joining the Honors Program
• My philosophy on the divergence between education and capitalism
• The meaning and efficiencies of self-authorship