Laurie’s entire career has been firmly rooted in higher education and influenced by her experiences as a first-generation college student. Her education includes an MS in Counseling from Alfred University and a BA in Anthropology from SUNY Oneonta. Laurie currently leads the CALS career advising team and serves as a pre-health advisor, as well as an academic advisor for Interdisciplinary Studies majors. She is passionate about helping students discover and explore their interests and strengths, and develop plans to achieve their academic and career goals. Laurie co-developed and teaches a career course -- Essential Professional Skills to Launch Your Career. She truly enjoys supporting students every step of the way on their academic and career journey. Past professional experiences include working in college admissions at Cornell as well as several other New York colleges. When Laurie is not working, she’s likely singing with one or more community choral groups, gardening, experimenting with new recipes, and enjoying life with family, friends, and her dogs Tucker and Henry.
