Terri Smatla teaches Business Communications and has previously taught Computer Information Systems for Business and Introduction to Business. Also, while working in the Office of Student Success and Engagement, Smatla taught Higher Education Success Skills' courses. As a former secondary business teacher, administrator and coordinator, she has an interest not only in teaching students, but also integrating the course with real-world business practices and standards.
Smatla possesses a friendly, positive attitude towards teaching students in the classroom, while also being an open, helpful advocate for their college experience. With more than 20 years experience in both teaching business courses and in the workplace, Smatla enhances student learning through integrating her business and educational background, and communicating that effectively.
Her personal interests include spending time with family, walking, writing and biking - mainly spending time outdoors in the beautiful state that she has lived in all of her life!