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My passion for working with survivors began in 1993 when I first started volunteering with a service that assisted victims of domestic violence. My first professional position as an advocate was in 2001 in the Denver area at the District Attorney’s Office where I worked until 2014. I’ve been with the university as an advocate since 2018 and feel incredibly fortunate to work on this campus supporting survivors and working to help create a safer campus community. Outside of my work on campus, I stay busy with my family and our goldendoodle, Mavis. I love to spend time outside and enjoy gardening as my favorite self-care activity. I’m a huge college basketball fan and believe that March Madness is the most wonderful time of the year.

I’m originally from Arizona, but first moved to Nebraska to attend Concordia University, where I played softball and earned my Bachelor’s in psychology, behavioral science and criminal justice. My work in advocacy began when I served as a CASA advocate. Additionally, I completed an internship with the Lincoln Police Department in their Special Victims Unit. After graduation, I worked at the Pima County Attorney’s Office as a victim advocate, supporting victims of crime through both crisis response and throughout the court process. I returned to Nebraska to join the CARE team as a Survivor Support Advocate in 2022. I am grateful to have the opportunity to work with and provide a space for survivors who are not only navigating a difficult path, but also emerging into adulthood.

Outside of my professional life, I am an aunt to my three young nephews, I help coach college softball, and like to workout & stay active. For self-care, I enjoy walking my dog and doing yoga. Two of my absolute favorite things to do are travel and go on lake/camping trips with my friends!

I am passionate about empowering individuals to get involved with creating positive social change and providing education that is essential for individuals and communities to thrive. I find inspiration in community and get so excited about young people working to make our world a better, more inclusive place- I am incredibly excited to get to work with our amazing, change-making Undergraduate Peer Educators.

Before joining the CARE Team, I coordinated the Suicide Prevention Program at UNL. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Kansas where I spent time examining the margins that limit the personal and political wellbeing of individuals and communities through research and outreach activities. I also spent hours in the dance studio, acquiring a minor in dance and performing with The University Dance Company.

Outside of the office I can be found in front of live music, shopping for groovy, vintage clothes, collecting vinyl records of all my favorite albums, and enjoying time with sweet friends and family.

In 2018, I completed a bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Kent State University in Ohio and then moved to North Carolina where I received a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology at Western Carolina University. In 2021, I moved to Nebraska to pursue a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at UNL. Over the past couple of years, I have enjoyed working with survivors of sexual assault and conducting research on the topic. I am very excited to join the CARE team to work alongside other individuals who are passionate about supporting survivors. In my free time, I love spending time with family and friends, traveling, going to the gym, and finding the best pizza in town. 

I’m a Colorado native who recently graduated from the University of Nebraska at Kearney with a bachelor’s degree in Sports Management. During my time at UNK, I was actively involved as a Resident Assistant, New Student Enrollment Leader, and a member of the Loper Programming and Activities Council, as well as Alpha Omicron Pi. Currently, I’m pursuing a master’s in Educational Administration with a specialization in Student Affairs Administration. I’m thrilled to be at UNL, where I’m excited to support the Peer Education Program. In my free time, I enjoy reading, attending concerts, watching any sporting event, and spending time with my two beloved cats, Hank and Birdie.

I graduated from UNL in 2020 with my bachelor’s degree in French. I also obtained minors in Global Studies and History.  I’m so excited to be back on campus working for CARE!  As the Administrative Coordinator, I make sure the CARE team stays organized by assisting with various tasks such as client intake, communication, and event logistics.  In my free time, I love going to concerts, listening to music, working out, baking, traveling, and spending time with my family, friends, and two cats. 

I was raised by two very strong parents that immigrated from Mexico to the United States when I was 2 years old. As I grew up and witnessed all the hard work and struggles they went through with language barriers, discrimination, and many other difficulties, I began to grow a passion for being the person that would be there to support those that needed it the most. With the assistance of my parents, I was able to be the first person in my family to acquire higher education. I attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and earned my bachelor’s in psychology and anthropology. During my time as a student at UNL I was involved in volunteer work assisting communities in all kinds of different circumstances and I was a mentor for first year students with the WHT community at UNL. After graduation, I began my search for where I could find a way to develop my passion. I worked with the Department of Health and Human Services serving families and children going through trauma and crisis. I worked alongside lawyers, advocates, judges, parents, and children of all ages. I then continued my work at Community Action Partnership, where I worked with Spanish speaking immigrant parents and families living in poverty. I assisted families through crisis and finding community resources. I am now very excited to be part of the CARE team and to have the opportunity to offer my listening ear and support to survivors. Para mis amigos/as Latinos/as, quiero que sepan que aqui tambien hay un espacio seguro para ustedes. 

Outside the office, I love to spend time with my family and friends especially when we’re doing adventurous activities such as being out in the lake, 4-wheeling in the forests, or camping on a beach, and anything that involves traveling. I have my wonderful dog and cat that I consider my babies and try to include them in every activity that I do. I also have plant babies all around my home that I cherish and try to keep alive for as long as possible.