Leadership

Leadership and Advocacy

My leadership work connects Family and Consumer Sciences, education advocacy, student organizations, journalism, campus service, and professional engagement. These roles have helped me build experience in communication, organization, advocacy, public speaking, and student leadership.

National and State Leadership

American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Student Unit

Chair-Elect

May 2026 to Present

National student leadership role within AAFCS, connecting me to the professional Family and Consumer Sciences community at the national level.

Represent student perspectives within the AAFCS national structure.
Support student engagement in the profession.
Build connections with FCS students and professionals across the country.
Prepare for future leadership within the Student Unit.
Advocate for the visibility, relevance, and future of Family and Consumer Sciences.

Grantmaking Committee Member

American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS)

2026–Present

Serves on the AAFCS Grantmaking Committee, supporting the association's grantmaking and funding initiatives.

Kansas National Education Association Aspiring Educators

State Vice President

April 2025 to Present

State leadership role for future educators in Kansas, focused on education advocacy, professional preparation, and pre-service teacher voice.

Support future teacher leadership and involvement across Kansas.
Represent pre-service educators within KNEA Aspiring Educators.
Strengthen my understanding of public education, teacher advocacy, and professional organization work.
Connect my preparation as an FCS educator to the broader Kansas education system.
Represented Kansas Aspiring Educators at the National Education Association Annual Representative Assembly.

Campus Leadership

Pittsburg State Family and Consumer Sciences

President

August 2025 to Present

Campus leadership role supporting Family and Consumer Sciences student involvement, professional identity, and visibility at Pittsburg State University.

Lead campus FCS student engagement, recruitment, and organization activities.
Connect students with professional organizations, field opportunities, and FCS resources.
Promote the value and identity of FCS on campus.
Co-founded the organization to create a dedicated space for FCS students at Pittsburg State.

Pittsburg State University FCCLA

President

August 2025 to Present

Campus FCCLA leadership role directly connected to my goal of advising an FCCLA chapter as a future Family and Consumer Sciences teacher.

Lead campus FCCLA involvement and chapter development.
Build connections between Pittsburg State students and the broader FCCLA organization.
Connect FCCLA programming to FCS content, leadership development, and career preparation.
Co-founded the chapter to provide PSU students with an organization connected to FCS education and student leadership.

Pittsburg State Kansas National Education Association Aspiring Educators

President and Treasurer

President, June 2026 to Present · Treasurer, October 2025 to June 2026

Campus leadership role supporting future educators, professional preparation, and education advocacy at Pittsburg State University. I first served as treasurer, then became president in June 2026.

Lead chapter organization, membership, and programming as president.
Support future teacher engagement on campus.
Promote education advocacy and professional involvement.
Continue strengthening the chapter after previously serving as treasurer.
Build practical experience in chapter leadership, student organization management, and professional communication.

Pittsburg State Green Bandana Project

Vice President

August 2025 to Present

Campus mental health advocacy organization supporting QPR training, suicide prevention awareness, and peer support visibility.

Support programming, membership, and campus visibility.
Help expand awareness of QPR training and mental health resources.
Connect mental health advocacy to student wellness and the wellness-related content areas of FCS.
Co-founded the organization to support student-centered mental health advocacy at Pittsburg State.

Pittsburg State University Student Government Association

Senator

April 2026 to Present

Campus representation role focused on student voice, shared governance, and institutional advocacy.

Represent student interests in campus governance.
Participate in formal decision-making and student advocacy.
Develop skills in communication, professionalism, and institutional leadership.

Journalism and Communication Leadership

The Collegio

Managing Editor & Reporter

Reporter, August 2025 to Present · Advertising Editor, December 2025 to September 2026 · Managing Editor, June 2026 to Present

Student newspaper leadership role developing my writing, editing, interviewing, advertising communication, and campus storytelling skills.

Write, edit, and assign articles covering campus life, student organizations, and university issues.
Manage advertiser communication and coordinate advertising placement.
Support editorial production, writer assignments, and publication quality.
Build professional communication skills that directly support my future work as a teacher, advocate, and organizational leader.

Professional Memberships

These are professional memberships that connect me to the FCS and education fields. They are listed separately from leadership roles.

American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences

National professional organization for Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, educators, students, and advocates.

Kansas Association of Family and Consumer Sciences

State professional organization connecting me to Kansas FCS professionals, educators, and students.

Kansas National Education Association Aspiring Educators

Pre-service teacher professional membership through KNEA.

FCCLA Alumni and Associates

Alumni membership connecting me to FCCLA and its ongoing work in Family and Consumer Sciences education, career and technical education, leadership, and student development.

Service and Advocacy

Special Olympics Volunteer

Through Wildcat Extension District Practicum

Coordinated volunteer logistics and supported event-day operations for Special Olympics programming in southeast Kansas.

Week of the Young Child Programming

Through Wildcat Extension District Practicum

Assisted with community education programming connected to early childhood development, youth engagement, and family support.

Yes Tutor Program, Pittsburg Middle School

February 2025 to Present

Provide instructional support to middle school students through individual, small-group, and whole-class tutoring.

Early Leadership Experience

Before college, I built a foundation in student leadership, service, public speaking, teaching, career and technical education, and organization involvement. These experiences prepared me for my current work in FCS Education, FCCLA, KNEA Aspiring Educators, AAFCS, campus leadership, and journalism.

Debate and Forensics Student Teacher

Senior Year · 2024–2025

Teaching

Served as a student teacher for Debate and Forensics during my senior year, delivering instruction, leading class activities, preparing students for competition, and supporting student growth. This role strengthened my communication, coaching, and mentorship skills while connecting directly to my future career in education.

FCCLA District I Vice President of Membership

Junior & Senior Years · 2024–2025

Served as a district officer focused on membership, chapter engagement, and FCCLA involvement across District I.

FCCLA Chapter Vice President of Membership

Junior & Senior Years · 2023–2025

Supported chapter membership, recruitment, involvement, and student engagement.

Debate and Forensics Captain

Junior & Senior Years · 2023–2025

Led team preparation, supported competition readiness, and helped organize team communication and practice.

GSA President

Senior Year · 2024–2025

Served as president and supported student belonging, inclusion, and chapter activities.

FCCLA Chapter Vice President of Finance

Sophomore Year · 2022–2023

Supported chapter finance responsibilities, planning, and organization.

SkillsUSA President

Freshman & Sophomore Years · 2021–2023

Served as chapter president, supporting student leadership, career and technical education, and chapter involvement.

Student Council Leadership

All Four Years · 2021–2025

Served throughout high school, including Freshman Treasurer, Freshman Vice President, and Executive Board involvement.

Freshman Mentor

Junior Year · 2023–2024

Supported incoming students through peer guidance, school engagement, and transition support.