Biography

While in college, I majored in Psychology with a minor in Family Studies. I’ve always loved the field of education, but didn’t think I was cut out for the K-12 classroom. I decided to pursue a graduate degree in counseling and school counseling, with the intent of becoming a high school guidance counselor.  While in graduate school, I landed a job in academic advising at the local community college. At the time, I figured it would be great experience when I moved onto working with high school students, as I’d have a good understanding of what their first year or two of college would look like. Little did I know that job was the first step towards a career of working in higher ed.  

I’ve since served in both academic and career counselling and also taught undergraduate psychology courses. Additionally, I’ve worked at a private practice that specializes in supporting college students. In short, I’ve worked with college students for my entire professional career—and I could not love it more! I am honored to support Calvin students as they navigate how to make sense of their story thus far and develop hope and resiliency for what is to come. I believe deeply that God has a plan and a purpose for each student who comes through our doors, and I am committed to supporting them on their journey to living into that calling!