She is a writing coach for the Faculty Success Program and a certified workshop facilitator for the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity. She enjoys helping faculty members develop writing habits and practices to help them be productive while still having a life and prioritizing their personal well-being. Rachel’s research focuses on interpersonal communication and how people make sense of and talk about difficult experiences in their relationships. Rachel works hard to squeeze the most out of her work hours, so she can enjoy down time with her husband, 4-year old daughter, 2-year old son, newborn daughter and two dogs. She enjoys hosting get-togethers at her home, working out, reading fiction, and using technology to keep in touch with her friends and family that live far away.