Education/Degrees
Master of Arts, Higher Education. Appalachian State University; Boone, NC. 2021.
Bachelor of Science, Recreation Management. Appalachian State University; Boone, NC. 2015.
Professional Organizations
The Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate (CPED) and The American College Personnel Association (ACPA).
Biography
Elizabeth (she/her/hers) is a higher education professional with over five years of experience in project management, event coordination, and process improvement. At Appalachian State University, she supports the Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership by helping build people-first systems that foster collaboration, clarity, and sustainable practices.
Elizabeth enjoys connecting with others, encouraging creativity, and finding ways to simplify complex processes so faculty, staff, and students can focus on what matters most. She believes in balancing meaningful work with meaningful rest, and she values lifelong learning and growth.
Outside of work, Elizabeth loves listening to audiobooks, roasting marshmallows by the fire, spending time with her husband and two young daughters, and exploring the beauty of Western North Carolina.

Title: Program Associate
Department: Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership
Email address: Email me