Introduction

Welcome to my PME 801 (Collaborative Inquiry) Digital Portfolio!

 

Here is a little about me:

I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology here at Queen's.  From there, I owned my own small business in the hospitality industry in Kingston, then worked in sales at Xerox Canada. From there, I returned to my Alma Mater, at the Smith School of Business, this time as an employee.  

I work in Development & Alumni Engagement as an educational fundraiser and public relations & communications professional. I love what I do. I have the opportunity to travel and meet fascinating people every day to hear their stories, and find ways to connect them to the school.  It is particularly satisfying when I am able to find a way to help a benefactor to make a difference in the lives of students, or when I am able to facilitate a scholarship that allows a promising young person to come to Queen's (when they were not otherwise able to afford it). The picture on this page is one of me visiting our Toronto office - the view is pretty great :)

I recently completed my CFRE - a certification which is a "big deal" for us fundraiser-types in the world.  Like you, I am now taking my PME.  This is my third PME course, and I have really enjoyed the program to date, and I hope to teach in the University and/or college setting or in the fundraising industry. 


I have two incredible children, aged 10 and 8 who keep me both grounded and inspired.  My youngest is on the Autism Spectrum and he reminds me that there is always another way to look at a situation or problem, and that it's worthwhile to take the time to explore other perspectives.

When I am not working or parenting, I am an avid volunteer, and I love to paint, camp, and practice yoga.