Giancarlo Simpson
Instructor
Contact
| [email protected] | |
| Phone | +1 561-237-7632 |
| Department | College of Arts and Sciences |
| Location | Freiburger Residence Hall |
WhyLynn
Lynn University has a warm and welcoming environment. The classroom sizes are small and engaging, allowing me to attend to each student, build rapport, and work at a pace that is beneficial to the learning environment. The faculty and staff are very supportive and open-minded to integrating new approaches to improve the campus and classroom experience. Coming back to the institution that provided me with many opportunities only motivates me to provide the same experience for my students.
Professional profile
Giancarlo Simpson is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy at Nova Southeastern University. He graduated from Lynn University in 2016 with a Masters in the Applied Psychology – Counseling Program at Lynn University. He began teaching the AP, IB and dual-enrollment psychology courses at Miramar High School along with teaching Psychology and Sociology at The Sigma Institute of Health Careers. His overall teaching philosophy revolves around a passionate and relatable approach to education. Making the content relatable allows students to better understand the material in context and more comfortable to engage in a dialogue.
Education
- M.S. Applied Psychology-Counseling, Lynn University
- B.S. Psychology, Florida International University
- B.S. Sociology, Florida International University
- Certificate in Latin American and Caribbean Studies
- A.A. Sociology, Howard Community College
Teaching philosophy
I believe that approaching the learning environment as an organic place where change is encouraged is important in fostering healthy dialogue and relationships. I align myself with the title of advocate because education should not only inform but also motivate the student to act. The underlying question of “how can what I learn be applied to my own life and the life of someone else?” or “how is what I have learned beneficial or harmful to society?” are ones that will help guide the approach in the classroom.
A collaborative school environment, to me, is one of the best ways to encourage learning and can include an inquiry-based teaching style that encourages students to engage in conversation and learning.
Teaching specialties
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Interdisciplinary Studies
Areas of scholarship
Research in Non-monogamous and polyamorous relationships
Presented on Sexuality and Social Media influences for The Association of Black Sexologists and Clinicians
Awards and honors
Student Leader of the Year Award: SGA President
Scholar Athlete of The Year Award : Track and Field
Schoenbrodt Scholar, Phi-Theta Kappa
All-USA Academic Team For Community Colleges
Coca Cola Community College All-State Academic Team
Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society
Academic Achievement Award recipient
The Order Of The Torch inductee
Neophyte Of The Year – Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Coordinator Award - Community Service Coordinator; BSU
NAACP Award Of Excellence
Golden Key Honour Society
