Degrees and Postdoc Experiences

• B.S. Neuroscience 2016
  Agnes Scott College , Decatur
• M.S. Neuroscience 2020
  Georgia State University , Atlanta

Research & Teaching Interests

My research background centers on vocal communication in mice and neuroendocrinology.  I expanded my experience through an international research internship examining ultrasonic vocal structure and repertoire in mice, work that contributed to a publication in Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews. During my master’s, I investigated mineralocorticoid and glucocorticoid receptor expression in zebra finch brains to better understand how stress hormones influence neural circuits involved in learning and social behavior. My current position does not involve conducting research or managing a research lab.

I teach Georgia Tech’s Welcome to College course (GT1000) each fall because it gives me a meaningful opportunity to connect with the incoming class and support their transition into the academic and social rigor of college life. Although my primary role as a lab manager involves limited face‑to‑face time with students, this course allows me to guide first‑year students as they learn to navigate campus resources, build healthy academic habits, and develop confidence in a new environment. I emphasize peer mentorship through student panels with upperclassmen, who offer relatable insight and help normalize the challenges of the first semester. I also design assignments that build real‑world skills — such as résumé development, team presentations, and group‑dynamics projects — to prepare students for both academic success and future professional opportunities. My goal is to create a welcoming, practical, and empowering introduction to Georgia Tech that sets students up for long‑term success.