She joined the faculty in 2008 after obtaining her Ph.D. in Human Environment Design and Management at MSU. Her teaching experience centers on design theory, design studio, presentation media and techniques and lighting design. Previously, she practiced professionally as an Interior Designer at design firms for four years in Seoul, Korea. Her professional specialty is grounded in hospitality, commercial and residential design. Her teaching and research is based on the combination of her professional experiences and educational background from multiple disciplines, including interior design, lighting design, housing and facility management.