Faculty and Staff Directory

After more than two decades in higher education leadership positions, I joined Ransom Everglades School in the inaugural role of Executive Director for College Counseling where I am leading the transformation of the college counseling experience for RE students and families. Before joining the RE community, I served as Director of Undergraduate Admissions and then as Associate Vice Provost for Enrollment at Cornell University. I received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Alfred University, a Master of Education degree at the University of Vermont, and a Postgraduate Certificate from Peking University in Beijing, China. I am currently completing my Doctor of Education degree at the University of Pennsylvania. Over the years, I have enjoyed participating in the Ithaca Twilight 5K Run, Vinophile Society and Supper Club, and serving as a Friend of the SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). 

I have spent my professional life as an educator, and will always consider myself a teacher. One of the most meaningful experiences of my life was studying in India as a Fullbright-Hays Teacher-Scholar. I began my college journey as a student-athlete at BYU and transferred to Lawrence University, where I received my BA in Art and Anthropology; from there, I began teaching in Chicago. After receiving my master's degree in Counseling Psychology from DePaul University, I had the pleasure of developing the college counseling program at Northside College Preparatory High School and teaching in the Graduate School of Education at DePaul University. After 20 years at Northside, I joined the American School of Dubai College Counseling team, where I provided leadership for the college counseling office. I enjoy beach volleyball, kitesurfing and paddleboarding on both coasts of Florida.

I enjoy my role at RE as senior class dean, faculty member, coordinator of college athletic recruitment and head football coach; each of these puts me in contact with a wide range of community members throughout the year. Before my arrival at RE in 2017, just in time for Hurricane Irma, I spent the previous 30 years coaching at Williams College and Pomona College. I earned my BA at Harvard and my MEd at North Adams State College (now Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts). I also spent a few years in the NFL with the Indianapolis Colts.

I have spent my life in schools as a teacher, coach, dorm parent, Dean of Students, Head of School and Director of College Counseling, the last being my favorite role. I graduated from Williams College, earned an MAT from the University of New Hampshire and a CAS from the Harvard School of Education. I am committed to great schools, places which focus on their mission and values, and serving students and families. I retired from my last school, Ransom Everglades in 2018, to enjoy golfing, gardening and hiking, and have most recently volunteered as a Court Appointed Special Advocate, Guardian Ad Litem for abused and neglected children in New Hampshire. I decided to return to work for Ransom Everglades because I am excited by the school’s vision to broaden its outreach and better support and guide students in finding their diverse and myriad opportunities beyond high school.

I am excited to work at Ransom Everglades as an Associate Director of College Counseling. Prior to my arrival at RE, I worked at two different liberal arts institutions (Kenyon College and Wesley College) where I had the opportunity to interact with students and their families during the college application and admissions process. Moving to this side of the desk aligned with my BA in psychology from Widener University and my MEd in Elementary and Secondary School Counseling from Wilmington University. I am in the process of obtaining my EdD from Wilmington University with a focus on college choice. In my free time, I enjoy cheering for the Eagles and Chelsea FC, volunteering with field hockey clubs, traveling to new states and countries, and spending time outside with my partner.

I was born and raised in Miami and am excited to be back home with RE's college counseling team. I completed my bachelor's degree at Dartmouth College and my master's at the University of Texas at Austin, both in Latin American Studies. I've worked as an admission officer at Dartmouth and more recently at Brown University, where I also served as the liaison for undocumented, first-generation and low-income students. I also spent two years working as a college counselor in Denver, Colo., where I enjoyed cheering on the cross country team and ran the Colfax Urban 10-Miler and Half Marathon. Outside of work, I spend most of my time reading and exploring the city.

My work on the RE college counseling team brings together a wealth of my higher ed experiences from Denver to St. Louis; I appreciate the opportunity to share them in Miami! I've held several positions within college admissions and most recently bid goodbye to Washington University (WashU) in St. Louis. After completing my undergraduate degree in Liberal Arts and Ethnic Studies at Colorado State University, I began graduate studies at the University of Colorado, Denver. I am excited to engage with the diverse community in Miami and of course soak up lots of time on the beach, with my teenage daughter, Cai! We love to travel and try new foods.

I'm overjoyed to bring my experience as a writing instructor, independent college counselor and humanities teacher to Ransom Everglades in my hometown of Miami. Prior to my arrival at RE, I taught writing, composition and literature courses at Columbia University, where I earned a PhD in English and Comparative Literature. I also spent several years serving as a book editor, writing coach and independent college counselor, assisting students with college selection and essay development. Prior to my time at Columbia, I earned a BA in English with minors in Classics and Medieval and Early Modern Studies at the University of Florida. I graduated from Lourdes Academy here in Miami, where I now live with my husband and two boys. In my free time, I enjoy playing the piano and growing orchids.

A member of the RE college counseling team since 2008, I am honored to support our students on their journey to college. Born in Bogotá, Colombia, I earned a BS from Georgetown University and an MS in economic and political development from Columbia University. My career in education started in admissions at Saint Andrew’s School in Boca Raton before I returned to Georgetown to work in undergraduate admissions. I served a five-year term on the board of trustees for the Association of College Counselors in Independent Schools, and I was recently elected treasurer of the board of directors of the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling. I am a mother of three and the owner of two rescue dogs, and I enjoy chocolate, yoga and salsa dancing.

I teach economics and world history and serve as a faculty college counselor, an assistant baseball coach, and an Assistant Director of Summer Programming. Before coming to Ransom Everglades, I was a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Pennsylvania. I earned my PhD in Chinese studies at the Chinese University of Hong Kong after earning master’s degrees from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and the University of London, School of Oriental and African Studies. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy hiking, cycling, traveling and researching philosophy from China’s Warring States Period.

I joined the RE College Counseling Office after 20 years as a college counselor for day schools in Salt Lake City and Atlanta, and a boarding school in Colorado Springs. I spent 11 years in the admission office of my alma mater, Washington University, and served as Director of Admission for the University of Utah School of Business. I delight in empowering students as they prepare for and navigate the complexity and uncertainty of the college admission process. When not doing so I might be wandering up a mountain, skiing down a mountain, or clambering back on my SUP. I have enjoyed being engaged with the college admission landscape and have served as Rocky Mountain Association for College Admission Counseling Treasurer, on the RMACAC Finance Committee, on the RMACAC Executive Committee, and on the National Association for College Admission Counseling Finance Committee. I now serve on the RMACAC Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access Committee.

I am excited to serve as a faculty college counselor while also teaching biology and chemistry at Ransom Everglades School. Teaching has always been something that has inspired me, as it is truly the best way to make a difference in someone’s life. I hold a bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in chemistry from St. Thomas University, where I also earned my master’s degree in education with a specialization in reading. I previously worked as a private educational consultant, helping high school and college students in their pursuit of higher education. When I am not in the classroom, I am busy enjoying the outdoors with my family, trying out new recipes, crafting custom jewelry, or catching up on murder mystery shows.

After two decades in higher education, I joined Ransom Everglades in a new role of Director of College Counseling Communications with college counselor responsibilities. My career in higher education started as a college basketball coach for eight years before transitioning into my roles in admissions. Before joining the Ransom Everglades community, I served as Deputy Director of Undergraduate Admissions and then as Director of Enrollment Communications at Cornell University. I earned a Bachelor of Science from Nazareth College, a Master of Science in Teaching from SUNY Potsdam, and a Master of Business Administration from Rivier University. I am an avid sports fan, enjoy being outside, a pet lover and I serve on the board for the Nashua Youth Council.