She holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Education from Capital University in Columbus, Ohio, a Master’s degree in Education/Music from the University of San Francisco, and an Administrative Services Credential from Sacramento State. Prior to coming to Sacramento State she taught in the public schools where she was a music specialist, consultant, and administrator. At Sacramento State she teaches music for liberal studies majors, music education courses, supervises and places music student teachers, and advises undergraduate and graduate music education students.