Why did you choose to attend UE?
On my first visit to campus, I knew I loved the feel. The small class size was really attractive to me, because I am from a small town and a small high school. I met with the Cross Country coach on that first visit as well and found a spot on the varsity team.

How did your degree prepare you for a future career?
I found my very first job through a job board mailing a few months after graduation. That role was with the Attorney General's Office in the Welfare Fraud Unit. I stayed in that role for 14 years, and it launched me into a consulting role, becoming a private investigator, and working on government contracts. I think often of my path and how it started with that one piece of mail and taking that step.

What activities or organizations have you been/were you involved with at UE? How have these impacted you and your college career?
I was on the Cross Country team which really shaped my life. I've gone on to run four marathons, including Boston, and I run every morning before work. The habit was definitely instilled in me at UE with practice every morning at 6 a.m. I was also on the Student-Athlete Advisory Board during my time at UE, bringing student-athlete concerns to University leadership.

What makes UE a special place? How did our campus shape your college experience?
I truly felt at home on campus. I was able to meet so many friends through my dorm, Cross Country, and working at the fitness center. But even when I was by myself, I felt at peace walking through campus. I think it has caused me to seek out peaceful setting wherever I have lived.

What advice would you share with incoming students?
One of the best things I did (unintentionally) was getting an on-campus job. I met so many people that I served in the role, as well as co-workers that I worked alongside. It was just an additional layer of connections that I wouldn't have had otherwise.

Why do you recommend the University of Evansville?
UE feels like its own community, and it’s small enough that it holds real connections long after graduation in a way that larger schools do not.

Did you visit UE before deciding to attend? How did it shape your college decision?
I visited in February when I was narrowing down my decision. I immediately felt at home among the trees and buildings. I noticed small businesses that were near campus since I wasn't going to have a car. I walked through buildings and saw small classes with lots of people participating. I knew it was a comfortable place for me.