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I grew up in Kalamazoo and lived in 5 different states and 2 different countries before
relocating back to Grand Rapids, Michigan in 2016. I came home to West Michigan for the 
opportunity to join WMU as faculty to help start our Master of Public Health program and to be
near family. I love being part of the WMU community because of our wonderful Â鶹´«Ã½s,
supportive colleagues, and so many Â鶹´«Ã½ to participate in the great global and
international work going on across the university.

Fun Fact:

I celebrated my 20th birthday in Europe, 30th in Africa, and 40th in South America; and have high hopes of getting to Australia and Asia to mark future decades.