Ashley works in veterinary clinical education with a focus on helping students transition from classroom learning to clinical application. She coordinates VMP 859 Clinical Applications and Integrations V and VMP 860 Transition and Accreditation Seminars at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine.

Her work centers on supporting veterinary students during clinical training and preparing them for successful entry into professional practice. Ashley’s areas of interest include curriculum development, course design, clinical readiness, professional transition, and creating learning experiences that help students apply foundational knowledge in real-world clinical settings.

She is particularly interested in developing clinically relevant educational experiences that strengthen communication, clinical reasoning, problem-solving, and professional growth. Her work emphasizes student support, experiential learning, and curriculum approaches that prepare students for the demands of veterinary practice.