• This feature was originally published in the August 2018 issue of the Grant Coordinator's Network Newsletter. Learn more about resources and networking tools for grant coordinators by visiting the Grand Coordinators' Network website.
• What’s your story?
• I grew up in San Francisco, attended UC Davis (B.A.), and then the University of Oregon (J.D.). I am currently one of two members of the Graduate Studies External Fellowships team. 
• What was the highlight of your day/week?
• A quiet morning walk on the coast. The birdwatching was excellent, the breeze was pleasant, and the skies were clear. 
• What is one of your most defining moments in life?
• My first cup of coffee. It was the start of a lifelong love affair. 
• What book has influenced you the most?
• One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez.
• What was your dream job growing up?
• I wanted to be a librarian when I was younger. I loved story time at the local library. I always had a book with me. Still do!
• If you could know the absolute and total truth to one question, what question would you ask?
• I have always been curious and one question isn’t enough! 
• Why did you choose your profession?
• I did not plot a career in higher education and my path here was winding. However, I am very fortunate that the right opportunity came along at the right time. I took a leap and made a career change. It was terrifying and thrilling but I enjoy my work. 
• What do you want people to know about your work?
• Our graduate students and postdoctoral scholars are working on amazing projects. It is very satisfying to know that I have the knowledge and skills to help support brilliant early investigators at UC Davis. Applying for external funding can seem daunting but I am here to help. 
• When should people contact you?
• Anytime! I love to talk with applicants, graduate program staff, faculty, account managers, anyone about all aspects of external funding – searches, budgets, the matching commitment program, postdoc title codes and fringe benefit rates…I could go on. 
• What is one hope you have for the future?
• The world could do with a little more kindness. 

Learn More About External Fellowships
 

External fellowships are those offered by private foundations, government agencies, and corporations.  A variety of support is given, from one-time awards to multi-year support.  Aside from the obvious financial benefit, receipt of external funding exemplifies excellence in research, writing and scholarship. The External Fellowships Analysts help facilitate the external fellowships process, from pre-award application review to award closeout.  

Visit the External Fellowships page to learn more about our External Fellowships Analysts and the programs they serve.