I’ve begun my final semester as an undergraduate at Oklahoma State! Woohooo! I will finish with two degrees, an agricultural communications degree and a “university studies” degree from four years of elementary education. I’m looking to complete a master’s in international agriculture within the next year.

I’m also studying for my TCRG exam this May! If you’re unfamiliar with Irish dance, there is a major difference between a certified and non-certified teacher/school. In order to be an An Coimision Le Rince Gaelecha certified Irish dance teacher, you must take a four day exam which consists of a music exam, teaching exam, dancing exam and a written test. This will allow me to open my own dance school and my students to compete nationally and internationally–however, I hope to teach under my own instructor Maureen McTeggart Hall.

I’m still speaking and continuing my platform work as much as possible. In October, I filmed a workout DVD with the Kilgore Rangerettes to promote a healthy lifestyle and of course, chocolate milk as a post recovery drink. I am incredibly blessed to have worked with Southwest Dairy Farmers on this project. The promotional DVD’s are currently out and available through Southwest Dairy Farmers!
I also recently filmed a PSA for FOX 25 News’ anti-bullying campaign “Stop the Silence, Speak Out Against Violence.” I’m thrilled to be a part of their campaign, especially since bullying was one of the key issues I addressed in schools during my year as Miss Oklahoma.

Looking forward to new chapters that have already begun here in 2014!