Laura began working in academic support at Manchester University in 2011. Prior to this, Laura was an adjunct instructor in the English Department. Throughout her time at Manchester, Laura has taught various courses including Introduction to Writing, College Composition, FYWS Writing Lab, World Literature, Women in the Arts, Introduction to Gender Studies, First Year Experience, and College Success.
Laura also has taught courses including English Composition, Literature, Reading Strategies, and Film Studies as an adjunct instructor at Ivy Tech Community College (Wabash/Peru/Kokomo, Ind.), Santa Fe College (Gainesville, Fla.), and Heartland Community College (Normal, Ill.).
Before coming to Manchester University, Laura was employed at Academic Success, a non-profit organization based in Gainesville, Fla., that provides support to post-secondary students with learning disabilities through academic tutoring, mentoring and life skills coaching. She worked closely with college students diagnosed with learning disabilities as a life skills coach, tutor, mentor and director of guidance. She understands that no two students are alike and works to develop individualized plans to help students succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
Laura holds a bachelor's degree from Auburn University and a master's degree from The University of North Texas, both in radio, television and film.