Hometown/Current Location: Rosamond, IL
UIS Degree: 2009 graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and Anthropology
Current Position: Herd Manager for Clavin Dairy Farms Inc.
How did your UIS education prepare you for your career?
I came back to my roots. I grew up on a dairy farm and continue along that path. I feel it helped me to think outside the box, which I believe is very important as a woman working in a man’s field.
I am the Senior Director for Public Policy and Advocacy at Planned Parenthood of Illinois and Planned Parenthood Illinois Action.
What is your fondest memory of UIS?
I met my husband, Neil Calderon, at UIS and we started dating.
How has your UIS education prepared you for your current career?
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