About Me
Independent Journalist
As an award-winning newspaper reporter, I am dedicated to detail with a proven ability to meet deadlines. After graduating with a master's degree from the University of Missouri's School of Journalism, I developed a reputation for fair and balanced reporting, winning numerous state and national awards,
I am experienced in producing quick-hit stories, researching complex subjects and writing engaging articles, specializing in
healthcare, education, and government for numerous publications:
- The Washington Post
- PBS Next Avenue
- Costco Connections
- 435 Kansas City's Magazine
- City Scene KC
- The Pitch KC
- San Antonio Light
- Amarillo Globe-News
- Orlando Sentinel
- Quincy Patriot-Ledger
- Kannapolis Daily Independent
- Rockford Register Star
- Columbia Missourian
- Associated Press
- Reuters
- Business Journal
My Awards
- American Cancer Society's Texas Media Award
- Associated Press Managing Editor's Award
- Association of Health Care Journalists Fellowship
- Texas Department of Health's Toward 2000 Award
- Texas Hospital Association's Silver Star of Texas Award
- Texas Medical Association's Anson Jones Award
- Texas State Teachers Association's School Bell Award
- William Randolph Hearst Foundation Award