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Alaina graduated from USC in May of 2023 with a BS in Psychology and a minor in Theatre. During her time as a student, Alaina was involved in various organizations and activities including Galen Health Fellows, the living and learning community for future health care professionals. In her last two years of college, Alaina worked for the admissions office in the call center and at events where she assisted prospective students and parents with questions and concerns. Also, Alaina served as the Communications Chair of St. Thomas More Catholic Church and Student Center’s leadership team where she spent time working with the Director of Development and Campus Minister to manage social media accounts and design new graphics.

When she is not working or focusing on academics, Alaina enjoys reading, dancing, watching movies, hanging out by the pool, playing with her dogs, exploring Soda City and spending time with friends and family. As a Charleston native, Alaina also enjoys going to the beach and taking in the sights and sounds of her favorite city. For years, Alaina danced at Palmetto City Ballet School and was the head volunteer of the Purple Tutu Ballet where she taught dance to children with special needs. In the future, Alaina hopes to receive her MA in Mental Health Counseling, so that she can assist adolescents and young adults in overcoming challenges and emotional struggles.