Associate Dean & Executive Director
Berkeley Career Engagement
Education
M.S., Counseling: Student Development in Higher Education
B.A., Sociology
How did you get here?
I began my higher education career at UC, Riverside where I spent close to 10 years working with students to help them in the career development process. I then moved across the country to work at UNC Chapel Hill as a Career Counselor helping students clarify and attain their career goals. During my 12 years in the Tar Heel state, I held various positions in Career Services which evolved into the administrative functions of managing a career center and developing staff. I like to say that I became a strong Career Counselor at UC Riverside and in turn I became a strong leader during my years at UNC Chapel Hill. When I saw an opportunity at UC Berkeley, I thought I would take to come home to the Golden State. In my years in Career Services, I’ve sat on the Executive Board of NCACE, served as the President of NCCDA, presented at numerous conferences including: NACE, NCACE, SoACE, NCCA and NCDA and most recently served as the Program Chair of the 2025 Global Careeer Services Summit in Belfast, Ireland. This opportunity taught me that regardless of how long you’ve been in a career, there are always opportunities to grow, develop and thrive.
Who do you work with? What’s cool about your job?
I get to work with a variety of people, build connections across many areas and collaborate with countless offices to bring the best services and programs to students at Cal. I love my work because I not only get to do work to support student development, but I have the opportunity to help staff grow as professionals and develop skills to move onto their next adventure.
What’s the best career advice anyone has given you?
Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Life is about learning opportunities, both good and bad and you are faced with them daily. The key is to ask yourself, “what did I learn from that and what would I do differently next time”.
Interests/Hobbies
I am a recovering softball mom and runner, so now I just enjoy hanging out with my family and I proudly wear the new title of Grandma. I enjoy National Parks,and exploring the great outdoors, wandering in new locations on foot and bike.
I enjoy watching Baseball (Go Giants) and try to see a new baseball park each year. I also enjoy quilting, cooking, baking and of course….eating.