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

Career Services Council

Professional Memberships

College Student Educators International (ACPA)

National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)

National Career Development Association (NCDA)

Awards and Recognitions

Rebecca J. Simon Award for Professional Development, 2023

Student Affairs Outstanding Inclusion Excellence Award, 2024

Diversity Advancement Founders Award, 2024, Midwest Association of Colleges and Employers (Midwest ACE)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in International Education Award, 2024, NAFSA: Association of International Educators, Region V

Outstanding Campus Unit Award, 2024, International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS)

National Career Development Association (NCDA) Leadership Academy, 2026 Cohort

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.