In 2013 I had the pleasure of finishing my degree and defending my dissertation with these awesome professionals. Since 2013, I have had a transformational journey where I started as the Executive Director of the Student Center & Student Affairs Specialist at Southern New Hampshire University.  As a seasoned student affairs professional who worked for 24 years in student activities and college union management, my focus was on the college union facility and how it contributed to the retention of our students through services and support.  Excelling at contributing to the campus ecology by providing a welcoming environment for all campus constituents and visitors, my work encompassed managing major campus transition programs, such as orientation, New Student Convocation, senior events, and Commencement. In addition to working creating a facility that was vibrant and engaging to all that passed through the doors, I also was instrumental in transitioning the Student Government Association from a fractured organization to a vibrant non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that manages assets in excess of $1 million.

My journey didn’t stop there… In 2015, I had the opportunity to assume the newly formed position of Director of Commencement at SNHU. This was a moment in time that transformed my career. I had the pleasure of working with people from across the campus and helped transform the experience our graduates and their families had as part of the Commencement ceremonies we help in May each year. After serving in this role successfully for a little over three-years, and serving SNHU for over 23 years, my family and I made the decision to pursue opportunities where the weather was a bit warmer and pleasant than the harsh New England winters. So, in 2019, we began our journey south to Nashville Tennessee, where I assumed the role of Director of Commencement & Special Events at Vanderbilt University. 

In my roles, I have been, and continue to be a strong advocate for modeling positive community involvement both on and off-campus. I have taught the First-Year Student transition courses, Freshman Experience, and SNHU 101, where I facilitated new students transitioning from high school to college.  I have actively volunteered my time as a United Way volunteer by being a community builder as an allocations team member and annual campaign supporter. I have also been engaged with my local community, acting as the Town Moderator in Candia NH for two years and serving on various town groups and committees.