Rachel earned her undergraduate degree in Public Health Studies from the University of Saint Thomas in St Paul, Minnesota. As a recent graduate, she looks forward to furthering her education with a MPH soon. Rachel has spent her time since graduation in the social work field working for a children's program for kids with high ACES and for a low income housing provider. She joined ACCORDS in September of 2021 as a Professional Research Assistant. In her free time, Rachel likes to go rock climbing, attend concerts, and spend time with her cats.