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I’ve been working as a career development professional for nearly two decades, including 10 years at Harvard University’s Office of Career Services where I designed innovative alumni engagement programs, led new employer outreach initiatives, and advised undergraduate and graduate students. Most recently, I served as Assistant Dean of Career Development for the Heller School of Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University where I helped the center develop a more flexible career programming structure, increase employer partnerships, improve outcomes data collection and management, and implement experiential learning programs.

I’m looking forward to working with the Friedman School Community to continue connecting students to opportunities, engaging our organizational and alumni partners to develop relationships and resources, and equipping students and alumni with the tools and strategies to successfully navigate the world of work. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in History from Elmhurst College and a Master’s of Science in Student Affairs Administration from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. I completed the Harvard University Administrative Fellowship Program and the University of Oxford’s Executive Leadership Programme. I’m designated as a Certified Professional Career Coach by the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches (PARWCC) and a Master Career Development Professional (MCDP) by the National Career Development Association (NCDA).

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I have been at the Friedman School since 2003 and spent the first five years working as part of a research team on two studies. One was a longitudinal study that evaluated a wide range of health behaviors and outcomes among Tufts undergraduate students. Another focused on elementary school children in after school programs with the goal of improving eating habits and increasing physical activity levels. I then transitioned to the Office of Student Affairs (the result of an informational interview!) and quickly realized how much I enjoyed helping students grow professionally.

As part of the Block Career Services Center team, my goal is to ensure that students have the support that they need as they explore their areas of interest and become better prepared for the job market. My work involves guiding and coaching students as they seek internships and jobs, providing skill building and networking opportunities through workshops and events, and developing relationships with employers and partners.

I have my Ed.M. from Boston University in Policy, Planning, and Administration with a specialization in Higher Education Administration. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two children, traveling, music, and baking yummy treats.

Food Fun Fact

I am allergic to cantaloupe, despise blackberries, and, if only allowed to have one food if stranded on a deserted island, it would be vanilla soft serve ice cream. Also, I am originally from Buffalo, New York, the famed birthplace of Buffalo wings and home of the Beef on Weck sandwich. It’s worth the trip (if you are vegan, I likely haven’t convinced you)!

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I’m fortunate that I’ve spent the past decade doing the work I love. I discovered the field of career development at an alumni mixer event in grad school, and am passionate about increasing access to the information, people, and experiences students need for their next career move. I previously served as Associate Director, Career Education at the MIT Sloan School of Management where I advised MBAs, spear-headed a peer mentoring program, and taught a career education class. Additionally, I served as an Open + Inclusive training facilitator for staff in partnership with the DEI office. Prior to MIT Sloan, I served as the inaugural career advisor for Merrimack College’s School of Health Sciences where I worked with nutrition students at the undergrad and graduate level.

I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Ecology from The Ohio State University, a Master’s Degree in Education with a specialization in Counseling & Guidance from California Polytechnic State University, and am a Certified Clifton Strengths Coach.

Food Fun Fact

I lived in wine & agriculture country on California’s Central Coast for 5 years where I fell in love with the farm-to-table concept.

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I am excited to join the Block Career Center (BCC) as an Associate Director of Career Services. In my role, I partner with students to help them assess how to leverage their talents to make a tangible impact on the world. Via skill-building workshops and one-on-one coaching, I help drive career dreams and aspirations into reality. The BCC team provides a portfolio of compelling career development tools including career exploration events, connections to accomplished alumni, and internship and job search opportunities.

Prior to Friedman, I worked for nine years at The Fletcher School and six years at The Gordon Institute to build career development programming that helped graduate students improve self-awareness, investigate compelling career opportunities, and obtain the essential skills to conduct successful career searches. Prior to Tufts, I worked with executives in the private sector where I established the European headquarters of a company in Amsterdam, The Netherlands by attracting the best talent to grow the team. Throughout my career, I’ve pushed myself and others to embrace a growth mindset, capitalizing on opportunities to live and work abroad, help people grow and develop into their best selves, and connect and facilitate diverse groups.

When not at work, I love exploring the outdoors, spending time with my teenage daughters and husband, traveling to new locations, and gathering with friends. I am a Tufts double jumbo with a B.A. in American Studies and an M.A. in Museum Education.

Food Fun Fact

I love to bake with alternative ingredients. I frequently use various flours such as almond, oat, and buckwheat; different sugars such as Medjool dates, coconut sugar, and maple syrup; and vegetables in my baked items! Highlights include a chocolate beet cake for my daughter’s birthday and chickpea chocolate chip cookies. The running family joke is “what healthy ingredient did mom sneak into dessert this time?”

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I’m thrilled to join the Block Career Center team as Administrative Coordinator. I’m a first line of contact for students and other Career Service stakeholders and am responsible for much of the day-to-day operations of the Center, including scheduling and organizing events and assisting in the delivery of career services. I hope to make all the wonderful work our Center does highly visible, inviting, and easy to navigate for Friedman students.

Before joining the BCC team, I was a student at Denison University where I was employed by our on-campus Wellness Center, providing wellness-related programming to the student body. I have worked at three separate nutrition security-related non-profits in the greater Boston area. I am deeply passionate about the importance of nutrition for good health and believe that socioeconomic status should not be a determining factor in one’s access to high quality food.

In my free time I enjoy cooking, going on long walks, and spending time with friends and family. I spent the summer after college graduation backpacking around Europe with two of my best friends and welcome any excuse to talk about the trip. I have officially been bitten by the travel bug and am eager to continue exploring new places!

Food Fun Fact

After watching the show “The Bear” on Hulu I decided I must experience working in a restaurant (probably the only person who was inspired to join the restaurant industry following that show!). Before accepting a position with the Block Career Center, I was a host at a craft brewery in Acton, MA for a couple of months. I got a much-needed schooling in the world of beer, and I still miss the craziness of the restaurant lifestyle!

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I support the Block Career Center’s behind-the-scenes efforts to connect Friedman School students with the resources and information they need to succeed in their career journeys. I enjoy leveraging my career advising background when working to strengthen our website and virtual resources. Prior to Tufts, I received my Master’s in Higher Education Administration from Boston College, and before that, I worked as an AmeriCorps volunteer in Indiana, providing adult education programs for homeless individuals. Beyond Tufts, I love to read, spend time outdoors, and write letters — fancier if you call them “correspondence.”

Food Fun Fact

I worked at many food service locales in high school and college, including Dairy Queen, Graeter’s (a Cincinnati-based ice cream place), and Buffalo Wild Wings. I still have dreams (nightmares?!) about making waffle cones and running the register on 25 cent wing night.

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I am absolutely thrilled to be a part of the Block Career Center team as the student liaison!

I’m a newcomer to Boston, having just made the journey from sunny California this past September, so you can imagine the excitement as I brace myself for my very first New England winter! As a fresh face in the Friedman student community, my mission is to nurture a tight-knit support network among us. I believe in the power of students looking out for one another and together, we can achieve great things.

One of my aspirations is to help fellow students uncover their passions while I embark on my own journey of self-discovery and future career aspirations.

A little about me: I completed my dietetic internship this past May and proudly hold the title of a licensed Registered Dietitian. My academic journey led me through the halls of the University of California, Berkeley. Outdoors is where I thrive – I enjoy hiking, snowboarding, and picnicking on nice days. I also love cooking – you’ll usually catch me roasting a bunch of vegetables for the week.

I am delighted to be a part of this team and support fellow students in exploring their passions!

Food Fun Fact

During the heat of COVID in 2020, my family and I spent a whole week cooking cuisines from around the world. We moved from Greece, to Mexico, to India, to the Middle East, and back to America for some traditional American BBQ. We paired each meal with a traditional drink from the area as well!