Welcome!
I am an incoming Senior Lecturer at Vanderbilt University (starting Fall 2026). Prior to joining the Psychology Department at Vanderbilt, I was a Visiting Assistant Professor at Ohio Wesleyan University.
As a social-personality psychologist, I am interested in emotion in social interactions, with a focus on how individuals use language to express and manage emotions. I am also passionate about teaching and mentorship and enjoy supporting student success in courses across the psychology curriculum.
When I'm not on campus, you can find me cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers, trying a new recipe in the kitchen, or seeing my favorite bands perform live.