Abby (she/her/hers) comes to Pacific from Linfield University, her alma mater, where she served as the Director of Community & Belonging. She earned her master's degree in education and social change from the University of Miami, where she taught middle school math before returning home to the Pacific Northwest. Born and raised in Hillsboro, OR (technically Scholls -- if you know it!). She is excited to launch Pacific University's first TRIO program as the director! She is passionate about making higher education more accessible for all students and looks forward to collaborating with Pacific faculty, staff, and students. In her free time, you can find her on the pickleball court, soccer field, or crafting with her cat, Evie.