Ph.D. Information Systems
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)
Graduated December 2009
- 3.9 Cumulative GPA
- Mentor: Dr. Wayne Lutters
- Dissertation title: Designing Deeply Engaging Online Communities for Adolescents, Abstract available here.

M.S. Computer Science
Hood College
Graduated Spring 2003
- 3.8 Cumulative GPA
- Recipient of Frederick Brooks Systems Analysis award
- Emphasis on Software Analysis / Design, Project Management, Artificial Intelligence, and Human Computer Interaction

B.S. Computer Science
Frostburg State University
Graduated Spring 2000
- Magna Cum Laude, 3.8 cumulative GPA
- Concentration in Information Systems Management
- Minor in Business Administration
- 8 semesters Dean's List, 2 semesters President's List (4.0), President's Academic Achievement Award
- Departmental Honors - Computer Science