Life Story
I earned my MA in Counseling and Student Personnel Psychology from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, and a BAS in Psychology and Gerontology from the University of Minnesota – Duluth. My experience in career development includes roles as Director, Assistant Department Director, Career Counselor, and Consultant with emphases on clientele in the technology, engineering, and healthcare industries. I am actively involved in many professional organizations, and have served on the Executive Board and as President of the Minnesota Career Development Association.
Role Responsibilities
Provide project management and leadership for many of the University’s coordinated career initiatives, including graduate outcomes measurement, vendor selection and contract processing, program development, and event management. Leads the office in partnering with units across the University of Minnesota system, including significant work with Global Programs and Strategy Alliance (GPS), Institutional Research, and Information Technology.
How did you gain experience when you were a student?
I worked as a student employee on campus in the student center and as a lifeguard in community education, both of which helped me to refine my skills as an instructor and coach. I also completed two internships during college, which helped to develop skills aligned with my coursework, to begin to establish my professional network, and to better clarify my career goals.
Strengths (top 5)
Competition, Achiever, Command, Self-Assurance, Strategic
Best words of advice for students
Seek out support services. As a student at the University of Minnesota, you have access to many great supports, all of which are available to you to help you achieve your best outcomes during your time here, and to set you up for future success.