What if studying for a difficult science class was less about memorizing facts and more about actually understanding how everything fits together?
For me, that is how science is best understood. Rather than simply memorizing facts, I believe in understanding the bigger picture and how each piece fits together. This philosophy has shaped the way I learn and has helped me excel throughout my undergraduate and graduate science education.
I hold a B.S. in Biology from the United States Air...
What if studying for a difficult science class was less about memorizing facts and more about actually understanding how everything fits together?
For me, that is how science is best understood. Rather than simply memorizing facts, I believe in understanding the bigger picture and how each piece fits together. This philosophy has shaped the way I learn and has helped me excel throughout my undergraduate and graduate science education.
I hold a B.S. in Biology from the United States Air Force Academy and an M.S. in Microbiology & Immunology from the University of Michigan. I am passionate about science, particularly microbiology, and focused my graduate studies primarily on influenza. My academic background has also given me experience across a wide range of subjects, including genetics, zoology, botany, physics, nuclear physics, chemistry, and introductory engineering concepts in aeronautical, astronautical, and mechanical engineering.
While I have not formally worked as a tutor, I have always been the classmate others come to when they need help. Sometimes it was a simple, “Did I miss a step here?” and other times it was, “Can you explain this concept one more time?” I have always enjoyed finding a different way to explain something until it finally clicks.
Now that I am outside of the traditional classroom, I want to continue doing what I have always enjoyed: helping others understand difficult material. My goal is not simply to help a student get through an assignment or memorize enough information for a test. I want to help students develop a deeper understanding of the material so they can apply what they learn to new problems and carry that confidence into their future coursework.
Whether you are a college student looking for help with a challenging science course or a parent looking for someone to help your high school student tackle advanced science concepts, I would love to be part of your educational journey!
