
Clear writing for critical conversations

About me
Hi, I’m Amy! I’m a writer, editor, and content strategist passionate about telling stories that help communities learn, grow, and thrive. I specialize in thoughtful, engaging content that highlights the people, programs, and ideas making a real difference.
Most recently, I served as Executive Editor of Campus Safety magazine, a national publication and digital platform supporting K–12 schools, universities, and healthcare safety leaders. In that role, I helped shape the publication’s editorial strategy—planning coverage, identifying emerging topics, and developing content designed to inform and engage a professional audience.
My reporting has spanned a wide range of school safety and security topics, but what I find most meaningful is exploring the human side of those issues—student and staff wellness, leadership, policies and procedures, and the programs that support strong school and healthcare communities.
Although much of my experience is rooted in education and campus safety, the skills behind my work—clear communication, thoughtful strategy, and engaging storytelling—translate across many subjects and audiences. At the heart of what I do is creating content that informs, connects with readers, and helps organizations share their knowledge and expertise.
Portfolio
My portfolio highlights a range of work across news reporting, feature writing, interviews, research-driven articles, and multimedia content. I cover current events, translate complex topics into accessible insights, and collaborate with experts to bring important stories to life. From interviews and industry analysis to podcast conversations and timely news coverage, my work reflects a versatile approach to storytelling across formats.
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Category: Higher EducationCollege Faculty Burnout: The Statistics and Solutions
Read more: College Faculty Burnout: The Statistics and SolutionsMore than 50% of college faculty and staff have considered quitting due to burnout, increased workload, and stress.
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How Common Are Female School Shooters?
Read more: How Common Are Female School Shooters?One research center says it has been 45 years since a juvenile female took multiple lives in a school shooting.
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Category: K-12 SchoolsHow Schools Should Protect Students During Child Custody Disputes
Read more: How Schools Should Protect Students During Child Custody DisputesHaving thorough visitor management processes and a staff that is well-versed in understanding child custody paperwork are just two ways to ensure children are safe while in school.
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Category: K-12 SchoolsTeacher Shortages by State and How Schools Are Trying to Fix the Problem
Read more: Teacher Shortages by State and How Schools Are Trying to Fix the ProblemThe Institute of Education Sciences launched a new five-year initiative to evaluate policies and identify best practices in recruiting and retaining teachers.
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Category: Higher EducationHow Should These Clery Act Crimes Be Classified in Your ASR?
Read more: How Should These Clery Act Crimes Be Classified in Your ASR?Would these scenarios, pulled from the Handbook for Campus Safety and Security Reporting, count as Clery Act crimes?
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Category: HealthcareIs Your Hospital Prepared for Gang Violence and Injuries?
Read more: Is Your Hospital Prepared for Gang Violence and Injuries?A South Los Angeles hospital VP shares three crucial steps to managing gang member patients admitted for gang-related injuries.
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Category: HealthcareA Veteran Nurse’s Valiant Quest to Stop Hospital Workplace Violence
Read more: A Veteran Nurse’s Valiant Quest to Stop Hospital Workplace ViolenceDr. Rhonda Collins shares her own personal experiences with workplace violence in her nursing career, what she believes has contributed to the increase in incidents, and effective ways hospitals can address this problem head-on.
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Category: K-12 Schools3 Ways You Can and Should Support Gender Diverse Students
Read more: 3 Ways You Can and Should Support Gender Diverse StudentsFamiliarizing yourself with common terminology and inclusive language is just one way to ensure gender diverse students feel safe and supported.
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Category: Higher EducationCampus Sexual Assault: How Sewanee Reduced Sexual Violence Against BIPOC
Read more: Campus Sexual Assault: How Sewanee Reduced Sexual Violence Against BIPOCSince the implementation of Sewanee’s C.P.R. in Action Initiative, sexual violence against students of color has dropped 26%.
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Surge in Electric Scooter Accidents Spurs School Bans
Read more: Surge in Electric Scooter Accidents Spurs School BansMany K-12 schools and college campuses have banned or limited electric scooters as recent data shows e-scooter injuries rose from under 30,000 in 2020 to 118,485 in 2024.
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Category: HealthcareThe State of Healthcare Workplace Violence, De-Escalation Techniques, and Policy Must-Haves
Read more: The State of Healthcare Workplace Violence, De-Escalation Techniques, and Policy Must-HavesDr. Marissa Randazzo shares steps healthcare workers can take when they are confronted with a combative person, as well as free de-escalation resources.
