Master’s in Professional Studies in Informatics ’26 and CPS Human Resources Associate

Three words encapsulate your Northeastern University experience:

Community-Built| Supportive | Rewarding

What have you had to face and how have you overcome any obstacles?

After working a few admin jobs post-undergrad, I knew I wanted to find my way back into higher ed. I missed the community-building, comradery, and sense of belonging I felt as a student. When I interviewed for my current role at CPS, I felt such an instant connection to my team. Your team dynamic can make or break your work experience and I am so happy that I found such a welcoming community. Separately, I also have family ties to NEU; my grandpa is a Northeastern alumnus and that made joining this community all the more special. One challenge I faced when joining CPS was learning about and understanding the organization a a whole. There are so many moving pieces; roles and departments are constantly changing to better align with University needs. It was a great accomplishment when I finally felt like I understood the ins and outs of CPS in its entirety.

What has your journey revealed to you about yourself?

Working at Northeastern has taught me to slow down and take things as they come. In my previous, more entry-level roles, I’ve always had to get a million little things done in one day; and when I first started at NEU, I wanted to leave each day with my i’s dotted and my t’s crossed. But that is simply not how higher ed rolls, and problems can’t be solved in a single day. And that’s okay!

What are your hobbies?

I love all types of board games, card games, video games, and puzzles. I currently spend my days meeting up with friends to play Cribbage, Catan, Dead by Daylight, Tetris, just to name a few. I also love downhill skiing, especially at Cranmore or Pat’s Peak. Nothing beats those $20 chicken tenders and fries from the ski lodge! When I’m not doing any of those things, I’m usually hanging out with any one of my friend’s lovely cats. I don’t have one of my own, but they are all so near and dear to my heart!

What advice do you have for others considering higher education, either at Northeastern or elsewhere?

Take advantage of the great communities that the university has to offer. Every higher ed institution has fostered its own unique and welcoming environment to help students, staff, and faculty all connect. From affinity groups, to student orgs, to staff/faculty clubs, there are so many opportunities to meet new people that you otherwise would have never known about.

What else would you like to say?

I can’t express how much I appreciate the CPS community. It has been so wonderful getting to know all of you over the past two years and I am so excited for what’s to come!