• Academic Advisor for TRIO
Academic Support

About Me

I was a student of Mary College when it became the University of Mary, and I have long hoped to be a part of this great University again. After leaving college, I taught science, physical education, health, and peer-to-peer PE classes in private and public school settings for over 20 years.  For eight years, I also had the privilege of working in faith formation, youth ministry and family faith formation while raising my four girls. My return to Mary was in 2023 as the student involvement coordinator, working with the Marauders Activity Committee, Student Organizations, and the Rec Crew. I greatly appreciate all the great ways to get involved in our amazing community. I feel very blessed to journey with our TRIO students as they graduate and live out the calling God has on their lives.

Why I’m At Mary

The University of Mary truly forms students to live in the joy of their calling to serve Christ. TRIO helps students recognize this calling and works with the University to empower them to graduate and step into His service.

Expertise

My background in both education and faith formation has prepared me well for the work I have been called to do. I have over thirty years of experience empowering young people of all ages. I have been blessed to be part of great teams that have created successful, innovative programs.

Education

BS (Physical Education and Health): Moorhead State University, 1989