Laura is a native of Northeast Tennessee and is a proud first-generation college graduate. She graduated from Tusculum University with a bachelor’s degree in history in 2019. As a student and after completing her degree, Laura worked as a math and history tutor at Tusculum. Following the retirement of her predecessor, she accepted the opportunity to take on the role of administrative assistant for the Center of Academic Success and Tutoring. Laura greatly enjoys the connections she forms with students and treasures the ability to watch them grow and thrive in their academic journey. Outside work, she can typically be found reading and spending time with family.