Learning and teaching are lifelong pursuits which we all progress through at different levels. My academic journey, at the collegiate level, began at Villanova University where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Comprehensive Science & Biology. Some years later, after working in the field of science education, I completed a Master of Science in Tropical Conservation Biology and Environmental Science at University of Hawaii. In addition, I completed a Marine Educator Certificate Program through West Hawaii Community College and I am a Scuba Diving and First Aid Instructor.