I am currently a Senior in the Family and Consumer Sciences Department at Eastern Illinois University. I am very passionate about working with individuals with disabilities and the aging population. I have participated in internships where I have gained experience in both of these areas. I look forward to continuing my education and gaining more knowledge through working with professionals that have hands on experience. I am a member of both professional and student organizations where I have been lucky enough to meet new people and network with different professionals. I attended an Autism Conference in Fairview, IL in July 2014 to learn more about individuals with disabilities. I also attended the National Council on Family Relations in November 2014 in Baltimore, MD. I plan on continuing to attend more professional conferences to stay up to date on trends within this profession.