I am originally from the suburbs of Chicago. Before relocating to the Boston metro area, I was an Assistant Professor of Political Science and Public Policy at North Dakota State University in Fargo. For graduate school, I attended the University of Georgia in Athens where I received my Ph.D. in Political Science. I received my bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice and Political Science from Illinois State University in Normal. When I am not working, I enjoy hiking, indie music, and traveling. 

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