Prior to joining Ithaca College Occupational Therapy team, Marissa completed a Bachelor of Science in Archaeological Sciences, Bachelor of Arts in Jewish Studies, and a Master of Arts in Anthropology from The Pennsylvania State University. She then moved to Canada to complete another Master of Arts in Anthropology at Trent University. Marissa's previous training supplies her with a variety of skills that she uses to support ICOT students and faculty as well as the broader IC community.
In Marissa's free time she enjoys hiking, watching all the stream services, and serving her precious four-legged son, Goose.