Professional Summary
Jessica graduated from the University of Cincinnati in 2018 with her BA in Communication. After graduating from UC, Jessica moved to Arizona where she worked at Arizona State University while pursuing her M.Ed. in Educational Leadership - Community College & Higher Education from Northern Arizona University, which she earned in 2021. At ASU, Jessica gained experience in student services & information technology. She also has experience as a Student Success Coordinator at Fortis College.
Jessica's professional journey brought her full circle to her alma mater, & that is something she is so grateful for. Since being at UC, she has had experience working as an Admissions Counselor recruiting future Bearcats, & now as an Academic Advisor in the College of Arts & Sciences. Jessica is also an adjunct professor for PD1015: Next Bearcat Lives Here here at UC! She loves being able to connect with first-year students & provide them with support as they transition into their first semester at UC.
If you asked Jessica what her "dream job" is, it would be exactly what she is doing! Supporting students, helping them find their fit, & providing them with the tools & information they need to create their own success story is what she is most passionate about. Each day, she feels incredibly lucky to get to be a part of her students' journey.
Outside of work, Jessica enjoys traveling. She also has her own photography business, & is an avid fan of The Office, Chipotle, & Disney (she even interned at Walt Disney World during undergrad!) Most of her time however, is spent making memories with her husband & their son.
Education
Master of Education: Northern Arizona University 2021 (Educational Leadership, Community College and Higher Education)
Bachelor of Arts: University of Cincinnati 2018 (Communication)