Hello! I'm Michelle and I am a postgraduate researcher in the United States. I have worked in higher education administration and I have recently completed my Master of Art in English Multicultural Literature remotely from Heritage University in Toppenish, Washington! My focus has evolved to rotate around how stories in literature, poetry, and folklore teach us more about ourselves and outlive the moments they were created in. I am particularly interested in how stories have shaped the experiences of marginalized people throughout time, including sapphic writers and readers. I recently ended my self-imposed studies break and am currently seeking PhD programs anywhere in the US!

I have experience in libraries, higher education administration, research, community management, and more. Right now I work at a non-profit where I organize internships for students in social work and therapy. I advise and organize these students throughout the process of their education and help break down barriers for those who are new to the field of education and academia.

I've also spoken at conferences, have upcoming published chapters in collections, and have other works under publication consideration.

I am always happy to discuss my research topics, research opportunities, job opportunities, and similar! I am currently working on my PhD application packet for the next application cycle.

My most recently published essay on modern popular music as a means of lesbian feminist expression is out, you can order now!

Or you can check out my chapter about Mothman, conspiracy, and folkloric grief processing in The Lizard People Don't Want You to Read This here.

Or you can check out my first ever chapter in Black Witches and Queer Ghosts and is available now!

Looking for other fun projects I've worked on? I contributed to the Japanese entries for Tiny Bookshop in 2025!