My journey as a third-culture individual (Uzbek/Central Asian American) with roots in Russia, childhood in Uzbekistan, and adulthood in Wyoming, U.S., truly represents my diverse and rich experiences. Currently, I live in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, and I work at North Idaho College. I am a Poke alumna and graduated from UW in 2020 with my Ph.D. degree in Education. The current focus of my expertise and work is in Adult Education. I taught adult GED, HiSET, ESL, and Transitions courses at the LCCC Community College. I have a passion for exploring world cultures, languages, and a commitment to scholarship of teaching and learning and global alumni advancement at the University of Wyoming. When I am free, I like hiking, dancing, and cooking.