Darren has been a faculty member with MacEwan for twenty-two years. He initially worked as a sessional member in the Acupuncture diploma program for ten years while maintaining a private practice. In 2011 Darren moved into a tenure-track position and shifted his career focus from clinical life to teaching. While in the acupuncture profession, Darren gained experience in advocacy work through roles in the provincial professional association and the regulatory college. Through those experiences, Darren witnessed the importance of providing professionals with a formal voice in the workplace.
His current role as a Department Chair has broadened his understanding of University operations and academic governance.
In the role of Faculty Advocate, Darren contributes to the GMUFA in supporting his colleagues and assuring the collective agreement is applied consistently.