Education
PhD, DePaul University, 2009
MA, DePaul University, 2006
BA, Williams College, 2003
Overview
I am a trained Community Psychologist with expertise in adolescent health, community-engaged research, qualitative methodologies and implementation science. Partnerships with churches, schools, libraries, families, and community-based organizations are a cornerstone of my research. I have collaborated with institutions across several states to promote adolescent well-being as well as prevent teen pregnancy, HIV, and substance use among adolescents of color. I have led and participated in six major research efforts over the past eight years. Each project has provided me with the opportunity to conduct original research, refine my skills and expertise, partner with experienced research teams, and disseminate findings that provide strategies to reduce health disparities among young people. Accordingly, publications and funding history demonstrate my commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable young people.
Honors and Awards
2019 SOURCE – Faculty Excellence in Service-Learning Award
2016- 2017 Faculty Appreciation Award, Departmental Student Association, JHSPH
2015-2019 JHSPH Recognition for Teaching Excellence, JHSPH
2014 Protégé & Travel Award, American Psychological Association Cyber Mentors Program
2014 HIV Intervention Science Training Program for Underrepresented New Investigators Scholar
2010-present Loan Repayment Program Recipient, National Institutes of Health
2005-2009 Diversifying Faculty in Higher Education Fellowship, DePaul University
2001-2003 Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Program, Williams College