Education:
B.A. from Hope College, English Literature and Religion
Professional Experience:
Served in the Army in the Panama Canal Zone
New York Dept. of Social Services, Albany NY
Michigan Dept. of Social Services, Muskegon MI
Secondary Substitute School Teacher
Volunteer Service:
Michigan State Employees Association
Habitat for Humanity
Michigan Steelheaders
Great Lakes Sportfishing Council
Muskegon Lake Public Advisory Council
Michigan Anglers Association (President 1998-2005)