Undergraduate Degree: The College of New Rochelle - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General

Graduate Degree: State University of New York at New Paltz - Master of Arts, Counselor Education

I am a lifelong learner passionate about reading, writing, and developing professionally. I enjoy the outdoor recreation opportunities available in my mountainous home community: hiking, cycling, kayaking, and cross-country skiing. I’ve worked as a freelance writer, publishing creative nonfiction and informational articles throughout my life. I ran a successful fused glass jewelry business for a dozen years, and I took up knitting in 2002. I’ve paired my grant-writing skills with a number of personal and volunteer projects over the years to advance funding for mental health and arts education.