Education

• Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies, Westmont College.
• Master of Arts in Education, California State University.
• Certificate in College Counseling, University of California San Diego.
• Certificate in Sustainable Design, Dominican University of California.

Education Experience

• 20+ years supporting students in higher education, academic pathways, and college
  admissions.
• Served as an Admissions Specialist evaluating
  applications holistically and promoting equitable admissions practices.
• Held faculty and advising roles in higher education teaching writing and student success.
• Guided high school and transfer students through individualized academic planning, college research, applications, and interviews.

Specialized Skills

• Encouraging a growth mindset that fosters resilience, self-determination, and confidence.
• Employing a holistic, wellness-centered approach to student guidance.
• Crafting strengths-based academic and post secondary pathways.
• Facilitating experiential learning, research opportunities and purpose-driven passion projects.