For those of you who just stumbled here, I am a 20-something student affairs professional who is deeply devoted to my job and my students. Currently, my philosophy on my career is that I am an educator first and foremost. That means for me to do my job well, I need to get college students to think, analyze, and grow. I do this by attempting to manage their out of classroom, or co-curricular, experiences. Each academic year provides new students and new challenges. My personality thrives in this environment!
I am married to an absolutely wonderful man who consistently challenges me and encourages me, while also making me laugh constantly. Together, we have a rowdy 110 lb Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy aptly named Blitz. We enjoy kayaking, boating, reading, summer nights, and just spending time together when we can find it between our two quite conflicting schedules.
My style is very open and honest and I really believe that if someone can learn something from an experience I've had, I will share it. I am also always all over the place. It will not be uncommon for me to talk about relationships one day, a funny story another day, or politics and faith the next.
I chose the title of my blog "Roots & Wings" because of the quote pictured below. So far, I have not been able to find the origin of the quote, but let me be clear that it did not originate with me. My undergraduate degree is a Bachelor's of Art in History and anyone that knows me can tell you that I quite enjoy the stories of "why" and I always need context to understand. This truth shows through in my story-telling style because I want people to understand information in the same way I do. This does not always make me a good story teller! But yes, our history is our roots, and since it is not healthy to live in the past and it is not healthy to stagnate, wings are even more important to see what we are really made of. So, here I go, examining my roots and spreading my wings. Thanks for stopping by.
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