Andrew Rice is the managing copy editor for BestColleges. He joined the team in 2020 and has over 15 years of experience editing various content types, including academic and technical manuscripts, breaking news stories, and articles covering trends in higher education. He’s also worked as a writing tutor and copywriter.

Andrew holds a BS in ceramic engineering from Alfred University, as well as an MS and Ph.D. in materials science and engineering from the University of Washington.

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<li>Education: Ph.D. Materials Science and Engineering, University of Washington; MS Materials Science and Engineering, University of Washington; BS Ceramic Engineering, Alfred University</li>
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Andrew Rice, Ph.D.

Aaron Perkowitz started his career as a fund manager at HNA Group. His duties included creating research reports for the tech and finance sectors. Since then, he has continued to work in research-related roles.

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<li>Expertise: Finance, accounting, technology</li>
<li>Education: MFin, Shanghai Jiao Tong University; BS Economics and Accounting, The University of California, Santa Barbara</li
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Aaron Perkowitz

Marley Rose has been a writer, editor, and fact-checker for more than a decade, producing various publications in the fields of education, health, and technology. With a background in publications and communications, she has a deep appreciation for learning and a love for all things social. She has an affinity for words and how they are used to educate, create connections, and stir imaginations.

Marley graduated from Clemson University with a bachelor’s degree in English with a concentration in writing in publications. She also received a graduate certificate in clinical and translational research from Clemson University.

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<li>Expertise: Fact-checking</li>
<li>Education: BA English, Clemson University</li>
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Marley Rose

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Psychology.org Staff Writers

Joelle Y. Jean, FNP-C, BSN, RN, has been a nurse for more than 10 years and family nurse practitioner for over three years. She has a background in pediatric emergency room, labor and delivery, and primary care medicine. Her passion for the nursing profession and writing led her to her current role as a senior writer. She and her talented team are dedicated to delivering educational content to readers interested in the field of nursing.

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<li>Expertise: Family practice, pediatrics, labor and delivery nursing, primary care, registered nursing</li>
<li>Education: MSN, Long Island University; BSN New York University; BA English, Boston College</li>
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Joelle Y. Jean, FNP-C, BSN, RN

N. Susan Emeagwali is a freelance writer specializing in STEM programs, workforce development, and psychological science. A fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts in the United Kingdom, she began her career in newspapers as a journalist before transitioning to magazine writing/editing and online content development.

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<li>Expertise: STEM, workforce development, psychological science </li>
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N. Susan Emeagwali

Melissa Bronstein, LICSW, is a licensed independent clinical social worker and psychotherapist. Melissa has a virtual private practice in Massachusetts where she specializes in supporting high-achieving young professionals with anxiety and chronic health conditions. Melissa holds an MSW in advanced clinical practice from Columbia University and a BA in gender and sexuality studies from Tulane University. She is also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP).

Melissa has over a decade of experience working within the mental health field. In addition to her private practice, she serves as a mental health content reviewer, writer, and clinical consultant, working to expand quality access to mental health care and wellness.

Bronstein is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.

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<li>Expertise: Social Work, Mental Health Counseling</li>
<li>Education: MSW in Advanced Clinical Practice, Columbia University; BA in Gender and Sexuality Studies, Tulane University</li>
<li>Professional Affiliations: National Association of Social Workers</li>
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Melissa Bronstein, LICSW

Heather Rose Artushin, LISW-CP, is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in child and family therapy with a passion for bibliotherapy. She earned a master&#8217;s in social work degree with a focus on interpersonal practice and mental health from the University of Michigan. She has since worked with hospitals, nonprofit organizations, and outpatient clinics to provide mental health services to individuals and families from a social work perspective. As a writer, her motto is, &#8220;Write for good: Making a difference, one word at a time.&#8221;

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<li>Expertise: Social work</li>
<li>Education: MSW, University of Michigan</li>
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Heather Artushin

Mark Kantrowitz helps students and their families make smarter, more informed decisions about planning and paying for college. Mark has written five bestselling books about scholarships and financial aid and has also written for the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Reuters, U.S. News &amp; World Report, and Forbes. 

He also serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Student Financial Aid and the board of trustees of the Center for Excellence in Education. Mark has two bachelor&#8217;s degrees in mathematics and philosophy from MIT and a master&#8217;s degree in computer science from Carnegie Mellon University. He also holds eight patents.

Kantrowitz is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.

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<li>Expertise: Financial Aid</li>
<li>Education: MS in Computer Science, Carnegie Mellon University; BS in Mathematics, MIT; BS in Philosophy, MIT</li>
<li>Professional Affiliations: <a href="https://www.scholarshipproviders.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">National Scholarship Providers Association (NSPA),</a><a href="https://www.aaas.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)</a>, <a href="https://www.ams.org/home/page" target="_blank" rel="noopener">American Mathematical Society (AMS)</a></li>
<li>Media Mentions: 
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<li><a href="https://blog.massmutual.com/planning/how-scholarship" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MassMutual interviews Mark Kantrowitz on how to get a scholarship. </a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/loans/should-i-make-student-loan-payments-before-the-pause-ends/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CNET interviews Mark Kantrowitz on student loan payments. </a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.marketwatch.com/story/why-grandparents-should-set-up-529-college-savings-plans-772cbf77" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MarketWatch interviews Mark Kantrowitz on 529 college savings plans. </a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.usatoday.com/money/blueprint/student-loans/how-to-get-student-loans-for-college/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mark Kantrowitz writes on how to get student loans for USA Today.</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.barrons.com/articles/student-loan-forgiveness-biden-economy-a15eb46d" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mark Kantrowitz writes on student loan forgiveness for Barron&#8217;s.</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bankrate.com/loans/student-loans/ways-to-attend-college-for-free/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mark Kantrowitz reviews ways to attend college for free for Bankrate</a></li>
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Mark Kantrowitz

Dr. Juli Fraga, Psy.D. is a psychologist in San Francisco who specializes in women&#8217;s health and parenting. Dr. Fraga has been a practicing psychologist for nearly twenty years. In addition to her private practice, Dr. Fraga works as a volunteer clinical assistant professor at the University of California, San Francisco Department of Psychiatry. She is also on the medical board of BabyCenter and is a writer with bylines at the New York Times, NPR, and the Washington Post. 

Fraga is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.

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<li>Expertise: Psychology, Women&#8217;s Health, Parenting</li>
<li>Education: Psy.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Northern Colorado </li>
<li>Professional Affiliations: Northern California Society for Psychoanalytic Psychology (NCSPP), American Psychological Association (APA), American Society of Journalists and Authors (ASJA), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy Institute (AEDP)</li>
<li>Media Mentions: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/05/31/grudges-forgiveness-manage/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Juli Fraga writes on ways to let go of grudges for The Washington Post.</a> <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/20/business/midlife-crisis-retirement-savings.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Juli Fraga writes on keeping a midlife crisis from wrecking your retirement plan for The New York Times.</a> <a href="https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2020/10/17/916105564/helping-hands-need-a-break-too-how-to-lend-support-without-burning-out" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Juli Fraga writes on how to lend support without burning out for NPR.</a> <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/tips-for-identifying-and-preventing-burnout" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dr. Juli Fraga writes a guide to burnout for HealthLine.</a></li>
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Juli Fraga, Psy.D.

Janelle Cox is a seasoned freelance writer specializing in education, mental health, and health and wellness. She holds an MS and BA in education and a minor in human behavior and interactions from Buffalo State University. Janelle combines her educational background with her passion for helping others to provide insightful and engaging content that makes complex topics easy to understand. 

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<li>Expertise: Education, Mental Health, Health and Wellness</li>
<li>Education: MS and BA in Education, Buffalo State University</li>
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Janelle Cox

Jordan Stewart-Rozema writes data-driven education content focusing on higher education trends, student finances, and alternative education pathways such as coding bootcamps. She previously worked to promote online learning and media literacy education as an instructional designer and professional development facilitator for K-12 and college teachers. 

She holds a BA from The Evergreen State College and a Ph.D. in philosophy from Emory University. 

Jordan is a former editor at Red Ventures. 

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<li>Education: Ph.D. Philosophy, Emory University; BA, The Evergreen State College</li>
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Jordan Stewart-Rozema, Ph.D.

Kasia Kovacs writes on a variety of higher education topics for BestColleges. With a master&#8217;s in journalism and a background in newspapers, she also freelances as a news reporter and copywriter.

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<li>Education: MS Investigative Reporting, University of Missouri; BA English Literature and Critical Theory, William Jewell College</li>
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Kasia Kovacs

Scott Harris has worked as a writer and editor for nearly 25 years, including more than 15 years covering healthcare and higher education. Scott is a senior editor with Red Ventures, and he occasionally writes an article because he can&#8217;t help himself. In his spare time, Scott is a published fiction author and freelance writer. He lives in Frederick, Maryland, about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. He has two daughters and a penchant for making them do environmental volunteer work with him. 

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<ul>
<li>Expertise: Healthcare, nursing, higher education, science, sports</li>
<li>Education: BA Journalism, University of Maryland, College Park</li>
<li>Media Mentions: CNN.com, Chicago Tribune, PBS, Vice Media, Turner Sports, MedPage Today, Healthline, Penn Medicine Magazine, DCist</li>
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Scott Harris

An award-winning historian and writer, Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D., has published multiple scholarly articles and a book with the University of Chicago Press. She currently works as a writer and consultant. She holds a Ph.D. in history from Northwestern University and earned tenure as a history professor at the University of Louisville. 

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<li>Expertise: History</li>
<li>Education: Ph.D. History, Northwestern University</li>
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Genevieve Carlton, Ph.D.

For more than six years, Doug Wintemute has helped current and prospective students make the most of their educational research. He has written resource and career guides for many sectors, including business, information technology, and healthcare. He has also written extensively on scholarships, career development, and professional certifications, along with diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus and in the workforce. 

In addition to Psychology.org, Doug has written for BestColleges.com, BestSchools.org, Accounting.com, OnlineMBA.com, CyberDegrees.org, ComputerScience.org, and ZDNET. He holds an MA and a BA in English from York University in Toronto. 

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<li>Expertise: Higher learning</li>
<li>Education: MA English and BA English, York University</li>
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Doug Wintemute

James M. Tobin is a writer, researcher, and editor specializing in student reference and academic research materials related to business, finance, law, technology, and the humanities. He began his professional career in editorial services in 2001 and holds MFA, BFA, and BA degrees in creative writing, journalism, and English literature with an emphasis on research methods. 

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<li>Expertise: Business, finance, law, technology, the humanities</li>
<li>Education: MFA Creative Writing; BFA Journalism; BA English Literature</li>
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James M. Tobin

Courtnee James is an editor for NurseJournal who is passionate about researching and visualizing data to communicate complex healthcare concepts in their simplest form. She earned a bachelor&#8217;s degree in communication and media from the University of Michigan.
Courtnee currently resides in Atlanta. 

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<li>Education: BA Communication and Media, University of Michigan</li>
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Courtnee James

Gayle Morris has over two decades of nursing practice with a clinical focus in rehabilitation medicine. She has published and lectured throughout her career. Morris founded Indiana&#8217;s first conference for school teachers focusing on the medical needs of children with special needs. In the last 10 years, she has directed her energy and passion to creating content that informs and educates readers with the goal of improving overall health. 

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<li>Expertise: Nursing, rehabilitation medicine</li>
<li>Education: University of Illinois Chicago Medical Center, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis</li>
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Gayle Morris, MSN

Janice Monti&#8217;s extensive publication record spans social science, popular culture, and race. After earning her Ph.D. from Carleton University, she taught sociology at Dominican University for over 30 years, where she held the Distinguished Service Professor title for her continuous record of scholarship, innovative teaching, and faculty leadership. The university awarded her the honorary designation of Professor Emerita upon her retirement in 2017. 

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<li>Education: Ph.D, Carleton University</li>
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Janice Monti, Ph.D.

Rebecca Munday joins our team after serving as editor-in-chief for The George-Anne Inkwell at Georgia Southern University. She&#8217;s never met a type of writing she didn&#8217;t enjoy, and is especially passionate about making healthcare understandable for all readers. Rebecca graduated from Georgia Southern University with a degree in Writing and Linguistics.

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<li>Education: BA Writing and Linguistics, Georgia Southern University </li>
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Rebecca Munday

Keith Carlson is a board-certified nurse coach and has been a nurse since 1996. As a holistic career coach, nurse podcaster, writer, blogger, consultant, and well-known motivational speaker, Keith aims to empower nurses through job search strategies, entrepreneurship, personal wellness, and building a dynamic nursing career. Keith happily resides in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his partner, Shada McKenzie, a gifted and highly skilled traditional astrologer and reader of the tarot, and their remarkably adorable animal companions. 

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<li>Expertise: Nursing, career coaching</li>
<li>Education: BSN, University of Massachusetts Amherst</li>
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Keith Carlson, RN, NC-BC

Ann Feeney is professionally passionate about research, evaluation, trends reporting, and diversity and inclusion. A certified association executive, Ann has nearly 20 years of experience in health-related associations as a strategist, data analyst, information scientist, and content creator. She believes in using data analytics to inform robust decisions that hold up in even the most uncertain times.

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<li>Expertise: Data analyst, information scientist</li>
<li>Education: BA English, Carleton College; MILS, Information and Library Science, Dominican University</li>
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Nina Chamlou specializes in writing features that draw from scientific studies and expert commentary. She loves covering topics worthy of more attention in healthcare, education, mental health, and social justice. Her work has been featured on psychology.org and psychcentral.com. 

Nina holds a degree in operations and technology management from the University of Portland. You can find her floating around the Pacific Northwest&#8217;s funky cafés and observing the locale from behind her MacBook.
Nina is a former writer at Red Ventures.

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<li>Expertise: Healthcare, education, mental health, social justice</li>
<li>Education: BS Operations and Technology Management, University of Portland</li>
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Nina Chamlou

Diana Zaremba edits Psychology.org articles to ensure information is accurate and current. She has over seven years of experience editing and writing content across various industries, from health and nursing to education and engineering. When she&#8217;s not in front of her laptop, Diana enjoys reading and exploring the lush forests and windy coastlines of the Pacific Northwest. 

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<li>Education: BA English, University of Washington</li>
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Diana Zaremba

Victoria Lurie spends her days reading maps and chasing facts to keep Psychology.org as accurate as possible. Her sister works in healthcare, and Victoria decided they could share a job field the way they still share clothes. Victoria has loved grammar since the fifth grade, but now people pay her to check it. When she&#8217;s not editing, Victoria enjoys befriending street cats. 

Victoria is a former copy editor at Red Ventures. 

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<li>Education: BA English, Christopher Newport University</li>
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Victoria Lurie

Victoria Hudgeons is a professional education writer and editor for Psychology.org. She&#8217;s committed to making higher education and career exploration easier to navigate. Her work has been featured on BestColleges, the University of Houston-Victoria Newswire, and more publications. She holds a bachelor of arts in English with a creative writing concentration and minor in music.

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<li>Education: BA English, Texas State University</li>
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Victoria Hudgeons

Joey Morris is an editor for Psychology.org who is passionate about researching and visualizing data to communicate complex healthcare concepts in their simplest form. He earned a bachelor&#8217;s degree in information communication technology from Florida State University. 

Joey currently resides in Seattle.

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<li>Education: BS Information Communication Technology, Florida State University</li>
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Joey Morris

As an SEO analyst, Torean Moore leverages her rhythmic sense of understanding of what works well together and what moves people. She holds a bachelor&#8217;s degree in interdisciplinary studies with a concentration in music and business from Johnson C. Smith University. 

Torean is a former SEO Analyst at Red Ventures.

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<li>Education: BA Interdisciplinary Studies, Johnson C. Smith University</li>
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Torean Moore

Reena Thomas edits Psychology.org articles to make sure content is accurate and up to date. Previously, she taught English composition and literature as a tenure-track college instructor. With a family full of healthcare professionals, Reena shares a personal connection to the healthcare field. She enjoys checking out new coffee shops where she can read and write. 

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<li>Education: Ph.D. English Literature, University of Arizona; MA English Literature, University of Dallas; BA English Literature, Cornell University</li>
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Reena Thomas, Ph.D.

As Psychology.org&#8217;s managing editor, Katie Nelson oversees the site&#8217;s content production. She has over a decade of content creation experience and has focused on education content for the past five years. She is committed to creating quality resources that connect readers to their educational and career goals. 

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<ul>
<li>Education: BA Journalism, DePaul University</li>
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Katie Nelson

From working with patients in a clinical setting to acting as a treatment facility CEO, Sherry has a wealth of experience to rely on to help inform and educate readers. Her writing has been featured by Verywell Health, Medical News Today, Healthline, and New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center&#8217;s Alzheimer’s Prevention Clinic. 

Before becoming a medical writer, Sherry established a start-up organization, offering outpatient services to people in the community with co-occurring disorders. 

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<li>Expertise: Medical writing</li>
<li>Education: College of Saint Mary, Iowa Western Community College</li>
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Sherry Christiansen

Maura Deering&#8217;s writing has received silver medals from Parenting Publications of America and the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. She earned a BA in English (creative writing) and anthropology from the University of Washington and a law degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, California. She recently retired from a 15-year career as an attorney. 

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<ul>
<li>Expertise: English, creative writing, law</li>
<li>Education: BA English and BA Anthropology, University of Washington; JD, University of the Pacific&#8217;s McGeorge School of Law</li>
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Natasha Albatrosov is a crisis counselor on the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. She has over six years of experience serving individuals with dual diagnoses in inpatient settings and via phone. Natasha has a postmaster&#8217;s certification in online teaching in psychology from Walden University, a master&#8217;s degree in psychology from Walden University, and a bachelor&#8217;s degree in psychology from the University of Central Florida. 

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<ul>
<li>Expertise: Crisis counseling, psychology</li>
<li>Education: MS Psychology, Walden University; BS Psychology, University of Central Florida</li>
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Natasha Lynn Albatrosov

Nalea J. Ko has worked as a journalist in Hawaii, Los Angeles, and New York. She has covered everything from technology and education to news and entertainment. Nalea received her MFA in fiction from Brooklyn College and her bachelor&#8217;s degree in journalism from the University of Hawai&#8217;i at Mānoa. 

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<li>Education: MFA, Brooklyn College; BA Journalism, University of Hawai&#8217;i at Mānoa</li>
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Nalea J. Ko

Berit (Brit) Brogaard is a writer based in Miami, Florida. She has prior writing experience as a freelancer, essayist, and content writer. In her spare time, she likes to watch The Office for the umpteenth time and walk her dog, James, on the beach.

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Brit Brogaard

Liz Simmons has more than a decade of professional writing and editing experience. She has written extensively on higher education issues, including preparing and budgeting for college, career planning and development, and diversity and equity. Her current areas of focus include cybersecurity, computer science, and accounting. 

Liz has worked for libraries, a history museum, and as a social science researcher. She holds a bachelor&#8217;s degree in anthropology and master&#8217;s degrees in urban studies and library and information science. 

She lives in her hometown of Denver, Colorado, with her family. In her free time, she enjoys collecting children&#8217;s cookbooks, gardening with native plants, and volunteering at her son&#8217;s school. 

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<li>Expertise: Higher education, history, culture</li>
<li>Education: MS Urban Studies, Portland State University; MS Library and Information Science, University of British Columbia; BA Anthropology, University of Colorado</li>
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Liz Simmons

An award-winning and published psychologist, Tracey Burrell, Ph.D., brings nearly three decades of clinical experience to her patients and practice. Specializing in forensic psychology and trauma, she is renowned for her presentations demonstrating in-depth knowledge, experience, and expertise in intensive and high-profile cases. Skilled in addressing relatively routine to highly complex situations, Dr. Burrell brings a high level of commitment, empathy, and compassion to every individual and situation. 

Dr. Burrell is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.

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<li>Expertise: Psychology, mental health, forensic psychology, trauma</li>
<li>Education: Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, California School of Professional Psychology Los Angeles; MA Forensic Psychology, John Jay College of Criminal Justice; MA Clinical Psychology, California School of Professional Psychology Los Angeles; BA Law and Society, University of California Santa Barbara; BA Psychology, University of California Santa Barbara</li>
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Tracey Burrell, Ph.D.

Sarah Holiday has years of experience working with nontraditional and traditional-aged students in various areas related to career coaching and training and development. She is currently earning a doctorate and holds a master&#8217;s in instructional design and technology. 

Holiday is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.

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<li>Expertise: Career counselor</li>
<li>Education: MS Instructional Design and Technology, Walden University; DS Information and Interaction Design, Walden University; BA English, University of Maryland Baltimore; AAT Elementary Education, Community College of Baltimore County</li>
</ul>

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Sarah Holliday

Mary Louis has worked in financial aid at city-run, state-run, for-profit, and Ivy League schools and at an HBCU. She also has experience working in recruitment, processing student payments, and assisting in processing documents for the registrar. 

Louis&#8217; financial aid experience includes writing policies and procedures; overseeing satisfactory academic progress for state and federal aid, scholarships, and private education lending; federal verification, compliance, and training; and assisting families in completing the FAFSA. 

She&#8217;s a Brooklyn native who currently resides in Nashville and works at a state community college. 

Louis is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.

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<li>Expertise: Financial aid, FAFSA applications </li>
<li>Education: BA Business Administration, SUNY at Albany</li>
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Mary Louis

Paige J. Gardner, Ph.D., has 12 years of experience in facilitating diversity and equity training, identity development workshops, crisis management, and professional development for college students, staff, and faculty. She currently teaches student development administration at Seattle University. She previously served as assistant dean of students at Loyola University Chicago.

Gardner&#8217;s research centers race and gender equity in the workplace, the experience of emotional labor at historically white institutions, and scholar-practitioner identity development. As a queer, Black, cisgender woman of color, Gardner is deeply invested in advocating, empowering, and building solidarity-based coalitions with and for those on the margins of society.

Gardner is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.


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<li>Expertise: Anti-bias</li>
<li>Education: Ph.D. Higher Education, Loyola University Chicago; M.Ed. Student Development Administration, Seattle University; BA Child Development, Mills College</li>
<li>Affiliations: National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities, American College Personnel Association, Association for the Study of Higher Education</li>
</ul>

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Paige J. Gardner, Ph.D.

Megan Pietrucha is a licensed clinical and sport psychologist in private practice. She specializes in eating concerns, body image, college student and athlete mental health, mood disorders, life transitions, stress management, and performance psychology. 

Pietrucha also provides assessment services, supervision, and clinical consultation. Her PsyPact credential enables her to practice teletherapy with clients in over 20 states.

In addition to her clinical work, Pietrucha has served as the training director for an APA-accredited internship program. She&#8217;s also taught undergraduate and graduate courses in psychology. She works with high school and college athletes, recreational fitness programs, artists, business leaders, and anyone motivated to optimize their potential in work and life.

She completed her bachelor&#8217;s in psychology from Illinois Wesleyan University and her master&#8217;s and doctoral degrees in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. 

Pietrucha is a paid member of the Red Ventures freelance Education Integrity Network.

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<li>Expertise: College student and student-athlete mental health, body image concerns, mood disorders, life transitions, stress management and procrastination, health and wellness, mindfulness, sport and performance psychology</li>
<li>Education: Psy.D. Clinical Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University; MA Clinical Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University; BA Psychology, Illinois Wesleyan University</li>
<li>Affiliations: PsyPact, American Psychological Association</li>
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Megan Pietrucha, Psy.D.

Rayelle Davis is a nationally board-certified counselor, a licensed clinical professional counselor, and a board-certified telemental health provider. She has taught several undergraduate psychology courses and is currently a doctoral candidate at Duquesne University where she has also worked as an adjunct instructor and clinical supervisor for master&#8217;s students. She practices psychotherapy at her private practice in Maryland.

As a nontraditional student, Davis earned her associate degree in psychology at Allegany College of Maryland. She went on to earn her bachelor&#8217;s degree in psychology online at the University of Maryland Global Campus. Davis earned her master&#8217;s degree in counseling education with a concentration in marriage, couples, and family therapy from Duquesne University.

Davis is a paid member of the Red Ventures Education Integrity Network.

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<li>Expertise: Counseling, telemental health provider, marriage, couples and family therapy</li>
<li>Education: Doctoral Candidate Counselor Education and Supervision, Duquesne University; M.Ed. Counseling, Marriage, and Family Therapy, Duquesne University; BS Psychology, University of Maryland University College; AS Psychology, Allegany College of Maryland</li>
<li>Affiliations: American Counseling Association, North Atlantic Region Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, Maryland Counseling Association, Maryland Rural Health Association, National Board for Certified Counselors, American Society of Addiction Medicine</li>
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Rayelle-Davis

Rayelle Davis, LCPC

Kimberly Drake is a freelance health columnist, feature writer, and reporter for newsprint and online publications. She also serves as vice-chairperson on the governing board for Lakeland STAR School/Academy, a charter school specializing in the needs of students with autism. 

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<li>Education: University of Wisconsin-River Falls</li>
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Kimberly-Drake

Kimberly Drake

Courtney Smith-Kimble has been a writer in the education space for five years. She holds a bachelor&#8217;s in English and a master&#8217;s in industrial and organizational psychology. 

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<li>Education: MA Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Adler University; BA English, Cleveland State University</li>
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