Office Hours:
Tuesday Office hours 9 am - 10:45 am, SC 126 G
Tuesday Office hours 12:20 pm - 1:30 pm, SC 125
Wednesday and Friday Zoom office hours (link provided in D2L)
By appointment request.
Education
- BFA, Fort Hays State University
- BS, Washington State University
- MS, Washington State University
I grew up in a small, mid-western Kansas town where cattle, corn, flat land and dust rule. Raised by my grandparents that believed in hard work, honesty, integrity and the power of education, I obtained my first degree (Bachelor of Fine Arts) in Interior Design. Yes, Interior Design! In the 1980's in my small hometown, my dreams of becoming a veterinarian were not considered and I was urged to follow a field that was more "girl" acceptable. I do love art and after achieving my BFA, I worked in the Interior Design field for 5 years before making the leap to achieve my dreams of working in science to help animals. Today, I am an artist as well as a scientist (and science educator).
When I made the decision to return to college, I chose Washington State University as my home and got down to work! I completed my Bachelor of Science in Zoology/Microbiology as well as my Master of Science in Biology/Electron Microscopy. Through my education I was introduced to viruses and electron microscopy and I found my true passion. Electron microscopy and helping animals!
After many wonderful years in this field I developed acute glaucoma in my left eye and alas, had to leave my career as a full-time scientist/researcher/teacher. My path led me to North Hennepin Community College and teaching in the Biological Sciences department. Biology is fascinating, amazing and complicated and I find an enormous amount of reward for helping students achieve their goals!