I simultaneously completed two BS degrees in biochemistry and nutrition from The Ohio State University. Afterwards, I obtained an MS degree in clinical nutrition from the University of North Florida and am now a registered dietitian. As a student at Ohio State, I most enjoyed general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry and biology. Skills, abilities and knowledge content acquired in these courses provide the most powerful tools a scientist or student can have in the health or medical realm. I understand how important these subjects are, how much of a struggle they can be for some students and it would be rewarding to help in any way I can along their academic journey. I have nutrition education and counseling experience in the hospital setting with patients, and have worked with clients of all elementary school ages. My aim is to use educational and counseling skills and theories obtained as a dietitian, and apply those with a focus on helping students who are learning science. Due to both clinical and academic experiences, I can be effective with students ranging from elementary grades through premed college courses. I understand that students in some circumstances need help getting through something they will not further pursue, and in other circumstances may desire to build a foundation in a subject which may allow for high academic performance in the particular course and others which follow. My philosophy is for things to be interactive and to engage the brain in many ways including: writing, conversing, visualizing, conceptualizing, problem solving, practicing and repetition. It is also important to help students determine their preferred learning styles, and this is highly individual. My overarching goals are to help students feel confident in how to study and approach the course, realize the discipline and hard work it takes to be successful, and strive towards academic goals.

I have three years of experience as a personal trainer at Ohio State. I enjoy anything related to health, exercise and nutrition. A major hobby of mine is brewing coffee and teas. I especially love spending time at the beach. My favorite sport is college football. My goal is to one day pursue research. The areas which interest me are intermittent fasting, the microbiome and medicinal herbs (for example peppermint).

It would be my pleasure to assist you in achieving academic success and building confidence in the sciences!