I graduated Summa Cum Laude from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro with two degrees in Communication Studies and English with a minor in Rhetoric and Public Advocacy. Before attending UNCG, I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Wake Technical Community College with an Associate of Arts degree. I have won awards for both Public Speaking and Presentation, as well as Writing, specifically in the categories of Creative Writing, Academic Writing, and Personal Narratives. My highest honor is winning UNCG's 2024 English Excellence Award for my superior academic achievement in the Rhetoric and Public Advocacy minor. While my awards demonstrate my dedication to academic success, my time at UNCG's Writing Center demonstrates my dedication to the success of others. I completed an intensive 5-month practicum learning the history and methodology of teaching before completing a year as a Writing Center Consultant and Writing Center Student Mentor. During this time, I had the privilege of working with students from all backgrounds, life situations, and skill levels. Helping students overcome personal challenges, find success in their studies, and, ultimately, build their confidence, quickly became one of the biggest joys in my life. My philosophy is to meet students right where they are with compassion and understanding, regardless of their circumstances, and help them grow as both students and people. I also believe in the establishment of mutual respect and responsibility between tutors and their students. I do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. I know that I couldn't have achieved what I did, or overcome the numerous significant personal obstacles I did, without the support of my wonderful professors and student success coaches. I look forward to the opportunity to be both your tutor and cheerleader.

I am very dedicated to reading, after reading and reviewing advanced copies of books for publishers for 6 years. I read a little bit from every age range, focusing mostly on Syfy/Fantasy, Magical Realism, and Contemporary Middle Grade. I am also continuing my learning through Non-Fiction books, with an emphasis on health and wellness rhetoric. I spent most of my minor focused on issues of women's health and health and wellness rhetoric. I still find it fascinating. I also enjoy art of all kinds, particularly painting, as well as DnD, podcasts (mostly DnD or History fun facts), musical theatre, nature walks, nature photography, and gardening. I also play the ukulele! I am always open and interested in learning new things and would love to learn more from my students about their favorite hobbies/interests.