Through my commitment to volunteering and community involvement I have developed research passions that include empowering youth for social change, female political communication, and leadership. I recently spent time in Ecuador learning about people's perceptions about the threat of Dengue Fever in several rural communities.
I was born and raised in thumb of Michigan, and traveled a short distance to complete my undergraduate degree at Central Michigan University with a double major in Interpersonal and Public Communication and Political Science. As a Leader Advancement Scholar at CMU, I also completed a minor in Leadership. Outside of the School of Communication Studies, I enjoy running, traveling, volunteering, and releasing my creative energy through various artistic outlets – especially photography.