Through my writing, teaching, and research, I also hope to spread a message of inspiration and effective effort to students around the country. My work with students comes from a very personal experience. During my sophomore year in college, I was dismissed due to poor grades. Once I was able to get back in school, I changed my major and discovered my purpose. It was through volunteering at a local middle school that I realized my dream of working in education. To learn more about my story, click here.