“I grew up a little bit in a bunch of places, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, just to name the states. I grew up in a big family with 5 siblings and other than my dad was the first in my family to complete my undergraduate degree. I graduated with honors from Nyack College with a B.A. Psychology and dual minors in History and Bible/Theology.

I spent all four years of my undergraduate career working in the Admissions Department where I found that I was placed in a unique situation (as a full time student and diligent employee) to go to class beside the students that I helped bring into the college and see how they grew and thrived. This instilled in me a deep passion for people and the driving desire to help people find their path to become the fullest version of themselves.

When I had the opportunity to work with Avalon University it just made sense! Avalon’s mission is to fill minds with knowledge and hearts with passion so our students become the physician who might one day save a life or inspire the next generation of caretakers and leaders. Avalon’s faculty and staff are a brilliant group of people who I am honored to think of as friends who have become family.”

Getting to know Tara
Q: What are you passionate about?
A: The environment and sustainability for future generations, as well as ending animal testing.

Q: What are your favorite hobbies?
A: Aside from spending time with my husband and our pup, I love to cook and read/listen to books. On a typical Sunday, you can find me in the kitchen listening to a book while I try out a new recipe.

Q: What do you feel is your greatest accomplishment?
A: I don’t know about my greatest accomplishment, but I am proud of my academic accomplishments. I earned my Bachelor’s of Science in Business Administration with a specialization in Human Resource Management in 2019. I am currently pursuing my MBA with specializations in Digital Marketing and Management and will be graduating this May. Additionally, I was recently inducted into the international business honor society, Beta Gamma Sigma, and I will be inducted into Phi Kappa Phi in May as well.

Q: What influential woman in history do you most admire and why?
A: I greatly admire Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the efforts she put forth for women’s rights and gender equality.

Tara, Tell Us Your Thoughts About Avalon University!

Q: What do you love most about Avalon University?

A: I love how every individual involved in the University, from Deans to Administrative Staff, are just the kindest people. Everyone does everything they can to not only help the University, but also help each other. There is a real sense of community and family at Avalon.

Q: What has been your best experience so far in relation to Avalon University?

A: This is another question that is hard to give just one answer for; there have been so many great experiences! I have been able to work alongside some amazing individuals while also being given the opportunity to grow professionally. It also has been a truly wonderful experience to connect with students and assist them on their path to becoming successful practicing physicians.

Q: Do you have any words of advice or encouragement for current and future Avalon students?

A: You can do it! Going through medical school and navigating your path to becoming a doctor is going to be difficult, but all faculty and staff at Avalon are here for you and want to see you succeed, so don’t be afraid to ask for help.
“If you can dream it, you can do it” – Walt Disney.