Assistant political science professor at Occidental College in Los Angeles.Has a B.A. in business administration from Washington State University, a M.A. from Rutgers University and earned a Ph.D. in Political Science from Rutgers University.Prior to teaching at Occidental College, she taught at Whittier College, Fairfield University and Rutgers University.Worked in a leadership position with Common Ground, a New Orleans-based grassroots relief organization, and is the co-founder of Critical Response, a group that provides volunteers to engage in high-risk rescue efforts during crises and disasters.Democratic strategist.Is a vegan.Chair, Occidental College political science dept. [2013].