Elizabeth serves as the University's first Compliance Coordinator, joining the University's compliance partners in January 2025. Elizabeth's career began as the Assistant to the Administrator of a local school and daycare system where she worked to ensure adherence to regulatory and licensing requirements. Prior to arriving at JMU, she worked as a Senior Paralegal at a law firm in the Shenandoah Valley. During that time, she received two Advanced Certified Paralegal (ACP) designations, served as the President of the Virginia Alliance of Paralegal Associations, and enjoyed volunteering her time with local organizations among other activities. Elizabeth earned her Bachelor's degree from West Virginia Wesleyan College and her paralegal certificate from Duke University.