I obtained my BS in Animal Science from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls in May of 2023. My master's thesis focused on small ruminant management and milk quality at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, which I completed in August of 2026. I am currently in my PhD program at the University of Tennessee, focusing on the small ruminant dairy industry under the guidance of Dr. Eckelkamp. I have been the coach of the UT Dairy Challenge Team since Fall 2024, as well as assist with teaching the Dairy Management course and present at conferences and extension events.