...One of my favorite things about that role was helping young people figure out what their next step will be. It's tremendously rewarding for me to watch young people and individuals pursuing college after some years in the workplace empower themselves to delve into higher education and find the s... (read more)
I have played chess in some capacity from the age of 5. I have over 6 years of club level experience with the Greater Peoria Chess Federation (during which time I have won the 2019 and 2017 Peoria City Chess Championship, the 2015 rapid chess championship, the 2017 and 2015 chess ladder and the 201... (read more)
...It was a great learning experience to work with so many different people and cultures to get a grasp of how different people can be. Having the chance to meet so many people has also given me ample experience in different ways of doing things to find a way that works for each person. Through my... (read more)
...I love to read, believe good grammar in speaking and writing is important, and find myself constantly proofreading material. Concise, succinct wording conveys a message which is clear in meaning and difficult to misunderstand. One misspelled word can otherwise diminish excellent qualifications. (read more)
...I now work in a public library. I took every chance I could get to help with math in the schools where I've worked, so I have had the chance to tutor students from middle school through college, as well as adult learners. I'm delighted when I can help my students understand. (read more)