“The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles but to irrigate deserts.“

– C. S. Lewis

” I hear and I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand.”

– Native American Proverb

Library Services

A Study of Value and Impact

Working in partnership with a local school librarian, I spent 3 months conducting an in depth study of the value the library brought to the stakeholders of the school, and the impact the library had on the students

Information Management

I worked in collaborative settings to complete projects focused on database construction, use, and implementation.

Information Policies

Examining key components of laws, regulations, and practices which affect libraries and education, I wrote several academic papers concerning topics like access and privacy.

Data Analytics

I dipped my toe in the ocean of computer programming languages to better understand their purpose, possible uses, and production possibilities.

Foundational Skills

Fiesta Texas’s Rockin’ at Rockville High show 2000

Apparel Design

A life time ago I studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology where I completed a degree in Fashion Design. The path of life then led me to work as the lead designer for a bridal salon in Austin and on the costume team for the Texas Opryland theme park Fiesta Texas (now Six Flags).

Mentoring through Scouts BSA

I grew up camping and hiking with my family. As an adult, I have come to recognize the value of volunteer work. In addition to a balancing a full-time job while being a full-time graduate student, I maintained my volunteer participation in an organization I have seen raise people up and help youth blossom into considerate, contributing citizens.