Athena Walker-Simpson

Adjunct Professor of Communication Studies

 

 

I love to learn, and I love to teach, so I know I’m in the right profession! My passion for psychology and communication studies was borne out of trying to better understand myself, and my own barriers to effectively communicate when it really mattered. Identifying and critically thinking about barriers to achieving my own goals was an incredible step towards actually achieving them. I still find psychology and communication studies fascinating, but my new passion is teaching other’s what I have learned. 

I began teaching in the Pacific Northwest over ten years ago and have seen countless students find their own voices and new paths as a result of new understanding. It is a pleasure to watch my students grow in skill and confidence, and nothing else gives me as much joy as knowing I can help others achieve their ultimate goals.