Personal Information

When not in classes or studying, I enjoy my time relaxing at home and spending quality time with my "other half" aka: boyfriend. My favorite leisure activities include camping or sitting by the lake, grilling on the barby, international traveling (which hasn't come often enough lately!), going to the theatre, reading a good book or...who doesn't love sleeping?!

Education

• BA, Concordia University, Human Psychology and Behavioral Science - 1999
• MFS, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Forensic Science (Behavioral Emphasis) - 2006
• MSW, University of Nebraska - Omaha, Social Work - anticipated graduation 2011

Areas of Interest

• Child abuse and neglect - affects on children and families
• Child welfare systemic change
• Community education regarding child abuse and neglect
• Permanency for Children currently in the foster care system

Professional Activities & Community Service

• Member - National Association of Social Workers
• Member - Nebraska Coalition for Victims of Crime
• Board Member - Neighborworks, Inc. in Lincoln, NE.
• Member/participant - Lincoln/Lancaster County Coalition for Drug Endangered Children (Coalition in process of being accepted under the Nebraska DEC)
• Currently trained and available to serve as a trainer for Lancaster County Meth 360. (Trained by the partnership for a Drug Free America)
• Volunteer - Safe Quarters Walk for the Friendship Home in Lincoln

CCFL Projects

Project manager for the Midwest Child Welfare Implementation Center