<p>I ventured to Tucson from the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois to pursue my undergraduate degree in Family Studies and Human Development. Initially, I entered the University of Arizona as an Undecided student and soon discovered my major and journey by getting involved on campus and collaborating with advisors. After earning a BS degree from the University of Arizona, I earned an M.Ed. in Human Relations from Northern Arizona University. <p>As a first-generation, out-of-state student, my student experience at UArizona cultivated my passion to helguide students who are transitioning and navigating the university. As an undergraduate student, I explored my passion for teaching. I didn't realize I had a passion for teaching until I stepped outside of my comfort zone! I have had a wonderful experience working within various educational settings. Since 2021, I have taught many courses at UArizona, such as first-semester success courses, major exploration courses, and UNIV 101. I love teaching because I can build relationships with my students, learn from my students, and helprepare my students for continued success. I am passionate about promoting a sense of belonging and connectedness to students on campus to empower students to overcome any barriers and challenges they may face. < <p>As an Assistant Professor of Practice in the W.A. Franke Honors College and UNIV Core Faculty for the Office of General Education, I am grateful that I can teach UNIV 101 and 301 to UArizona students to guide them throughout meaning-making and reflection on their journey and experiences to promote lifelong learning and overall growth. < <p>In my free time, I enjoy playing with my puppy Bailey, exploring Tucson, cooking new recipes, binge-watching TV shows, listening to music, and staying active!