Currently Teaches:

Scripture and Catholicism Today 

Background:

• Hillsdale College, Hillsdale MI, BA Summa Cum Laude with a double major of English and French
• University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MA in English
• PhD in French at Aix-Marseille II (France)
• Level II HQ VT Certification in Modern and Classical Languages
• Franciscan University of Steubenville Certified as a Catechist and Youth Minister
• Has been teaching at Rice since 2021

Get to Know Her:

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I enjoy teaching Religion because: it allows students time to reflect on “big picture” questions, get to know more about the Word of God in writing (Scripture) and in Person (Jesus), and hopefully encourage them to make that 12” cliff drop from the head to the heart.

I choose to teach at Rice because: there were clear signs that God was calling me here.

What is your favorite thing about your job? Learning from what the Holy Spirit inspires my students to discover, connect and express.

If you had an unexpected afternoon off, what would you do with your time? Go hiking

Best vacation/trip you’ve ever been on: Junior Year Abroad in Avignon, France
Runner up: camping on Deer Island, Maine

Favorite tradition/fieldtrip/project you do in your classroom each school year: Slowly reading and reflecting on an entire Gospel

Favorite Rice tradition or event: Stunt Night

Favorite Rice Sports Team to watch: Whichever ones are in season :-)

Favorite Professional Sports Team or Athlete: Katie Ledecky

If a prospective family asked you “why should I send my student to Rice,” what would you say? 
The structured, nurturing and demanding environment of Rice will provide a setting for your student to discover, believe in and develop the best version of themselves. Their whole person will be challenged and encouraged: academically, physically and spiritually (in mind, body and soul).