New and Familiar Faces

New Face

Job Description:

As an academic advisor, I work collaboratively with students to guide them on their academic journey.

Worked at KSU since:

November 2011

Employment Prior to Kent State University:

I taught high school English for almost four years before deciding to return to school full time to pursue my master’s degree. I also worked in banking for a short time.

Likes Most About Kent State University:

It feels like a second home since this is my alma mater. I love the Stark Campus because everyone is always so friendly and helpful.

Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:

Kent State University offers various opportunities to grow professionally. I am excited to be able to work with a diverse group of students in the regional campus environment.

Resides in:

Green, Ohio

Hometown:

Kent, Ohio

Education:

B.S.E. in Integrated Language Arts grades 7-12 from Kent State University; Master of Education in Higher Education Administration and Student Personnel from Kent State University

Hobbies:

Reading, making jewelry, working out and traveling

Familiar Face

Job Description:

Teach scene design for theatre and related courses

Worked at KSU since:

July 1991

Employment Prior to Kent State University:

University of California, Riverside

Likes Most About Kent State University:

Great support for the arts!

Attraction to Kent State University as an Employer:

Large, active theatre programs and Porthouse Theatre

Resides in:

Bath, Ohio

Hometown:

Fullerton, Calif.

Education:

M.F.A in Theatre Design, Carnegie-Mellon University

Hobbies:

Master gardener, jewelry-making