May 2, 2024

Where did you grow up?
I grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Where did you do your undergraduate work?
I earned my bachelor's degree in Biological Laboratory Science from Davenport University, which is a small private school in Grand Rapids.

Why did you choose the PA profession?
I chose the PA profession because it is a career in health care that allows me to give back to the community, foster impactful relationships with patients and to help in a multitude of settings in the continually changing landscape of medicine.

Why did you choose Drexel University PA program?
There were a few things that made the Drexel University PA program stand out as the program I was most interested in attending. I like that the mission statement of the Drexel PA program is primary care focused, as that was one of the major factors in creating this profession and is something that has personal importance to how I would like to practice medicine in the future. Another aspect that made this program stand out was the education offered. The Drexel PA program is one of the oldest in the country and has exceptionally good PANCE pass rates, so I knew I would be well cared for as far as my education would be concerned. The last reason I chose the Drexel PA program is the location. Being from a small town I have really enjoyed living in Philly, and I am trying to experience all that it has to offer.

What music is currently on your playlist?
I have a heavy rotation of Anderson .Paak, Mac Miller and Daniel Caesar on my current playlist.

What is an item on your bucket list?
I would like to live in another country for at least a year.

Where is your favorite vacation spot?
My favorite place that I have vacationed in is Cabo.

Tell us one fun fact about yourself that may not be on your resume.
I have lost count, but I believe I am on my fourth attempt of trying to learn Spanish.