Director of Advising and Academic Support
Education
B.A. Hope College
M.Ed. Aquinas College
As the Director of Advising and Academic Support, my work with students centers around helping students gain a deep understanding of academic processes, institutional practices, and academic habits which will ensure their success throughout their first year at Garrett and as they transition to specific degree area faculty advising relationships. My goal is to create and maintain a collaborative, equitable, and student-centered learning environment where students can explore their individual gits as learners and leaders. My prior professional experiences in higher education have included student onboarding and retention programming, individualized academic advising, classroom teaching, curriculum development and alignment, and faith formation. I am excited to bring these experiences and my passion for student support to Garrett.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, travel, cooking, and learning about the history, landscape, and architecture of Chicago.