About Me

I am a recent graduate from Georgetown University with an M.S. in Biological Threat Agents and Emerging Infectious Disease. I previously attended Virginia Tech and earned a B.S. in Biology that focuses on Microbiology. I am currently an Industrial Hygienist, a type of Occupational Health Specialist, and get to use science very practically to try to protect workers as they do their jobs. I am excited about science and do my best to stay up on current events and news in the scientific community. In high school, I was fortunate enough to have an AP Biology teacher who laid the groundwork for my major and career, and I am passionate about providing this same opportunity to other students. My experiences in research provide a valuable wealth of knowledge for students in science classes. My style of teaching includes introducing current research and modern scientific technology to inspire and make classes more relevant than simply reading from a textbook. I have firsthand experience with genetic modification of bacteria and other interesting biological techniques, as well as interesting stories and facts from professors of Ecology, Immunology, and other biological fields. It's my belief that students learn most if the material is made relevant and interesting and they are encouraged to ask questions. Additionally, I enjoy helping students to prepare for the SAT and ACT because I see the tests as puzzles that can be solved and can make a huge difference in a student's future career. I still remember the stressful environment of standardized testing and can help students find ways to improve their test taking strategies so they can relax more on test day. One on one practice tests give students a chance to ask questions and understand the fundamentals while gaining familiarity with the layout of the tests themselves. My strongest SAT and ACT sections were the Verbal and Writing sections, and I continued to foster my language skills by taking Professional Writing classes while at Virginia Tech. In my free time, I love to watch football and ice hockey and play with my cat Auri (named after a character from my favorite book The Name of the Wind). I also enjoy cooking, trivia nights, and whitewater rafting.

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