Payton recently graduated from Seattle Pacific University where she earned a Bachelors in Business Administration Management and a minor in Psychology. While at SPU, Payton was an active member of student leadership and served as a senator and community event planner for one year, a resident advisor for two years, and on a committee dedicated to assisting student clubs for three years. She excited to continue working with college students here at Bellevue College in the Counseling Center, where she will be assisting students at the front desk. Outside of the office, Payton enjoys quilting and embroidery, hiking and traveling, and volunteering with Guide Dogs for the Blind.
