Director, University Conference and Guest Services

Where did you go to school? Major?

Loyola University New Orleans in Political Science

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What involvement do you have with students at AU?

I hire over 100 students throughout the year to assist us with over 250 clients who come to AU throughout the year.

First-Gen Experience & Obstacles

Back in the early 1980s, when I was in college, there was no such identification at "First Gen." I am so happy this is something colleges are recognizing, so that we can come together to assist one another on this journey throughout your college career.

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Involvement Outside of School

ACCED-I---Association of Collegiate Conference Event Directors International. I served as the President from 2020-2023 and have had various roles within this organization since 2004.

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Tips/Motivation/Messages for First-Gen Students

Be true to yourself---find your PASSION and go for it! Life is too short to be doing something you don't love. Along the way, mentor other First Gen college students--they will appreciate your help and wisdom.

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Anecdote

Be appreciative of the help along the way... If it wasn't for Loyola University, I would not have my Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science or my Master's of Science in Behavioral Counseling from Johns Hopkins. Nor would I have been able to achieve what I have in my professional life these past almost 40 years without the help from Loyola.