05/18/2025
Excited to officially join the Best Buddies family as a Chapter Advisor for the 2025–2026 school year!
I’m so honored to help build a space where friendship, inclusion, and leadership thrive. We will be partnering with local businesses to make our chapter more inclusive than ever.
Here’s to new friendships, big smiles, and creating a world where everyone feels seen and celebrated.
Let’s make this year unforgettable!
02/25/2025
We had an incredible time attending the 2025 Un-Gala on Sunday, February 23rd at the Atomic Saloon, Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian! This unforgettable event, hosted by the Nevada Shakespeare Festival & Leverage Las Vegas, celebrated philanthropy while supporting six exceptional Las Vegas-based nonprofits.
Communication Autism Resources (C.A.R.), an organization dedicated to empowering individuals with autism by providing essential communication support and resources. It was inspiring to see so many people come together to make a difference for individuals who rely on these critical services.
Thank you to everyone who made this event possible—it was a night filled with generosity, connection, and impact. We look forward to continuing our support for this important cause!
01/24/2025
Wrapping up an incredible time at the DADD Conference! 🌟 Honored to present on Transition Supports Across the Lifespan for Autism and Developmental Disabilities alongside such amazing colleagues. Collaborating and sharing insights to bridge gaps and foster a brighter future for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. 🌍✨ ”
10/31/2024
Thrilled to share that I successfully defended my dissertation proposal at with incredible support from my committee. With their guidance, I’m one step closer to defending my dissertation and earning the title of Dr.!
My research focuses on enhancing employment outcomes for young adults with autism through a Virtual Reality intervention. I’m excited to bring this innovative approach to my community and look forward to seeing the positive impact it can have on so many lives.
10/12/2024
Proud to share our session on using AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) devices to unlock communication for individuals with Down syndrome. 💬 These tools can truly open doors, giving a voice to those who need it most and empowering connections with loved ones. 💛💙
03/02/2024
Can’t wait for in San Antonio! If you are unable to make it in person, there will be a virtual session April 10th!
02/01/2024
Spread the word! We hope to see everyone there! 🎉 sign up registration is open!
10/29/2023
🖥️Testing Center site visit ⌨️.
Our client successfully navigated to the testing center, greeted the staff and listened intently on how a testing center works. He’s excited for this opportunity and to become certified in tech!
So proud of you!
04/29/2023
What an amazing time at the STAR fair with CCSD! So many amazing people came out and showed up to support these young adults transitioning to adulthood! 🙌🏻
04/16/2023
Today we placed 2nd at the 25th annual GPSA Research Forum
Our focus was on effects on depression on students with learning disabilities: mental health supports
I was fortunate enough to work with two wonderful colleagues on this research project @ Marissa Rakos 🙌🏻