--Majored in English for my B.A., minored in art history (emphasis Western Civilization); first graduate degree program in English, followed by a master's in art history (non-Western emphasis) --Reagan Republican/libertarian, and proud of it --Non-denominational Christian, and product of bi-faith upbringing (Roman Catholic and Lutheran)

--Native Chicago Southside Irish, and proud of it --Lover of animals, U.S. constitutional liberties, science fiction, cartoons, good conversation, and the LORD.