Anna graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Global Honors, magna cum laude from the University of Washington. While in University she was involved in NAMI, participated as a research assistant, and completed a Capstone Thesis as a Bamford Scholar that was presented at the Global Engagement Conference.

 

After graduating, she entered the healthcare field by working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in a skilled nursing facility. Her strong performance led to a promotion, and she transitioned into a Social Worker role on that facility's skilled nursing floor for a year. Her experience in healthcare deepened her passion for helping others and strengthened her dedication to supporting people living with disabilities.

 

In her free time, Anna enjoys exploring outdoors, reading, traveling, and spending time with family.