About Me!

Where it all began…

I started ballet at the age of 2 at my local park district. While my first dance recital may have ended with my refusal to even step on stage, I have always loved to perform. Throughout my childhood, I was always putting on shows for friends and family, making up dances in the living room, and constantly making music videos.

Elise Flagg Academy of Dance

At the age of 13, I began to study under Elise Flagg, a protégée of George Balanchine. Getting to train in the Balanchine style from someone so close to him was a privilege and something I will never take for granted. I also had the privilege of being taught by many other amazing teachers at EFAD, who all believed in me from day one. I would not be where I am today without the support of my EFAD family!

Passion For Teaching

I have had a passion for teaching for as long as I can remember. Throughout high school, I had the opportunity to take several Childhood Education Courses and complete a Teaching Internship my senior year. Little did I know, this internship would be one of the best decisions I ever made. I loved lesson planning and teaching of course, but it was the connection I made with the students that made me realize I wanted to pursue teaching in some facet.

Go Stars!

After struggling with bilateral hip injuries right before my senior year, I didn’t know if dancing in college would be attainable for me. However, as soon as I began to recover I knew I could never give up the thing that means the most to me. I decided to apply to and tour Oklahoma City University, and I immediately fell in love. I was especially drawn to their Dance Pedagogy degree, because I could combine my love for dance and teaching into one. Since being at OCU, I have grown tremendously as a dancer, teacher, leader, and person. I can’t wait to see what my senior year brings!

Star Dance Company

During my time at OCU I have gotten the amazing opportunity to perform with the Ann Lacy School of American Dance and Entertainment’s Star Dance Company in their annual productions of “The Holiday Spectacular” and “MOVE!”. I have loved getting to share the stage with my talented peers and learn from our brilliant choreographers.