I seek to influence others to better understand communication which influences who we are, how we participate in organizations, and our quality of life. Creating knowledge with college students through teaching is a calling for me. I have pursued the study of communication my entire life through public speaking, the study of business communication, organizational communication, and crisis communication. I began a pursuit of qualitative narrative research that centers areas of identity in the work-life cycle. I have since expanded my research into other areas similarly related to organizational communication and its impact on how we view or present ourselves. Communication is a foundation to our human experience. I am thrilled to continue to teach and learn about it throughout my life.