Ann joined the Women's Fund in 2013, and served on the Research Committee for the next seven years. She came to Santa Barbara in 1982, joining the faculty of the Teacher Education Program at UCSB. Ann received her BA degree and teaching credential from USC, her MA and PhD degrees from UCSB. She earned an international reputation as an Academic Specialist and Fulbright Professor, teaching in Argentina, Chile, Perú, Uruguay, México and Micronesia. She now teaches Mental Health Matters in 6th grade classrooms throughout Santa Barbara County as a volunteer and leads nature hikes for school children at the Arroyo Hondo Preserve. Ann currently serves on the board of directors for both the Mental Wellness Center and the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County. She previously served on the Research Committee.