Education

B.A., Psychology, Journalism, and English Literature, Bangalore University, India

M.A., Higher Education, Appalachian State College

Ph.D., Educational Studies, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Campus Affiliations

UIUC Career Services Council—International Student Connections Committee (CSC-ISCCC)

Professional Memberships

College Student Educators International (ACPA)

National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)

National Career Development Association (NCDA)

Awards

Rebecca J. Simon Award for Professional Development, 2023

Student Affairs Outstanding Inclusion Excellence Award, 2024

Fun Facts

I am an Indian Classical Musician and play the Tabala (North Indian Percussion instrument) and the Bansuri (North Indian Bamboo Flute). I am a trained facilitator of meditations and I speak five languages.

What Do You Like Best About Your Job

I enjoy meeting with people from diverse backgrounds and working with them to aid their growth on their career and professional development journey. In my role, I get to design programs that respond to the career development needs of specific populations, such as students who are underrepresented, marginalized, and/or first-generation, as well as international students. I see it as a humbling learning experience.