Brigitte is a graduate intern with Learning at Iowa, Metacognition Mentors, Tutor Iowa, and Academic Support & Retention Team. Concurrently, Brigitte is a MA student in the Higher Education and Student Affairs program. Brigitte’s interests include empowering students in their academic and holistic success, bolstering confidence in navigating higher education and academia, policy and professional development. Brigitte’s undergraduate career was at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UWRF) with dual degrees in Sociology and Criminology. Brigitte has worked in a variety of roles ranging from Resident Assistant, Student Manager at the UWRF Survey Research Center, and Student Government Association President. Brigitte hopes to continue her passion for student success, opportunity, and empowerment post-graduation.