This exhibition presents a series of collages based on a qualitative research study that explores how the lived experiences, beliefs, and backgrounds of graduate teaching assistants shape their teaching philosophies.

Each piece interprets identity maps and narrative statements created by participants, combining digital and hand-crafted visuals with short narrative excerpts. Through imagery, color, and texture, Layers of Self highlights themes of culture, belonging, identity negotiation, and pedagogy—revealing teacher identity as dynamic, contextual, and deeply personal.