am a bikini body builder competitor and started modeling to improve my stage presence in competitions.  While my confidence, presence, and co-ordination on stage grew stronger, so did my love for modeling. The creative and technical aspects of modeling has brought an entirely new area of passion in my life. I’m excited to bring to the table what I can offer and eager to learn more!  At a seemingly opposite end of the spectrum, I am also an Associate Professor of Statistics.  I would argue that while statistical modeling and data analysis are very technical skills, the development and interpretations require a creative critical thinking ability that is in its own right an art form.