Embracing Artistic Expression, Cultivating a Creative Lifestyle, and Passing on Gained Insights
Dr. Meryl Epstein has joined Sessions College as the Associate Director of Education, bringing with her a wealth of experience in education, art, and design. Her diverse background, which includes roles as an artist, photographer, designer, and educator, promises to enrich the institution's educational offerings.
Dr. Epstein's academic journey began at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, where she earned a BFA in Graphic Design. She later pursued an MFA in Fine Arts (Photography) at Arizona State University, Tempe.
Her passion for teaching was ignited during her time as a teaching assistant for an introductory photography course during graduate school. This experience solidified her commitment to education and set her on a path to become a respected educator in the field.
Before joining Sessions College, Dr. Epstein served as the Dean of the Art Institute of Phoenix from 2006 to 2014. During her tenure, she played a significant role in opening several museums in the Phoenix area, including the Arizona Historical Society, Arizona Science Center, and Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art.
Dr. Epstein's research during her Doctorate in Educational Leadership focused on student success and retention, a topic she applies in both traditional and online education. She values effective communication and collaboration as key ingredients for success in online learning environments.
In addition to her academic and professional accomplishments, Dr. Epstein is an accomplished artist. Her artwork, which is inspired by water, can be found on her website, b-presentnow.com. Her work focuses on water's movement, reflection, and transformation, reflecting her commitment to mindfulness and appreciating each moment.
Dr. Epstein's influence extends beyond academia. She has received numerous accolades, including the distinction of AIGA Fellow for her work focused on delivering quality design education.
In her first week at Sessions College, Dr. Epstein has been impressed by the faculty's depth of experience, innovative course content, and quality student outcomes. She is looking forward to learning from and collaborating with her new colleagues.
For more information about Dr. Meryl Epstein's career, academic journey, and artwork, visitors are encouraged to visit her website, b-presentnow.com. Sessions College's website offers information about its accredited degree programs and certificate programmes.
- Dr. Epstein's educational background includes a BFA in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, and an MFA in Fine Arts (Photography) from Arizona State University, Tempe.
- Dr. Epstein's research during her Doctorate in Educational Leadership was focused on student success and retention, a topic she applies in both traditional and online education.
- Dr. Epstein has been impressed by the faculty's depth of experience, innovative course content, and quality student outcomes at Sessions College, where she is the Associate Director of Education.
- Sessions College offers accredited degree programs and certificate programs in various fields, including but not limited to business, leadership, graphic design, finance, and career development through online-education and education-and-self-development.
