Qualifications

Education & Development

Doctor of Musical Arts in Bassoon Performance and Literature | Eastman School of Music, Rochester, NY

Masters in Educational Leadership | Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA

Masters of Music in Woodwind Specialty and Masters of Music in Conducting| Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH

Bachelor of Music in Bassoon Performance| Lawrence University, Appleton, WI

Pennsylvania Educational Policy and Leadership Center |Fellowship completed

Leadership Lehigh Valley | Program Completed 

Career

Adjunct Professor
2006 – 2018 | Music History, Entrepreneurship, Lehigh University, Bethlehem, PA 
1998-2003 | Music Appreciation, Bassoon, University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University, Owens Community College, Toledo, OH

Director of Arts Engagement & Community Cultural Affairs 2011 – 2016. Facilitated connections between presenting arts series and curriculum, faculty research, and campus programs. Oversee outreach activities for Zoellner Arts Center and the Arts at Lehigh University including key relationship development with local schools which increased community/school participation in Lehigh University programs by 80%. Represented Lehigh University in local, state and federal activities in arts and art education advocacy. Advanced community relationships by serving on MLK Committee, Student Affairs programs, United Way campaigns, and Community Service projects; also multiple CACLV committees, South Bethlehem Business District, and South Side Task Force.

Director of ArtsLehigh 2005 – 2011. An all-university program linking the arts, learning, and life. Raised visibility and awareness of Lehigh student achievements in creative activities via integration of program with internal campus initiatives and through local community partnerships. Boosted community/school participation in LU programs by 60% through relationship building and arts awareness initiatives. Increased student presence in south side business and arts organizations by establishing and nurturing local relationships.

Toledo Museum of Art, Toledo, OH 2002 – 2005. Art & Music Docent. Led Tours and Gallery experiences for Museum visitors of all ages.

Director of The Muse Machine, Performing Arts Council of Toledo
1998 – 2001. An arts engagement program for secondary schools in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. Increased student and teacher attendance to Toledo area performing and visual arts events by 400%.

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