Michael serves as the managing director of the Nevada Forward™ initiative within the UNLV College of Education. He oversees the day-to-day operations of this high-quality, accelerated pathway to higher education for future teachers, the largest university-based apprenticeship program in the nation. Michael previously served as a program coordinator for the Academic Success Center, managing the dual enrollment program, teaching First-Year Seminar, and leading community engagement. Prior to UNLV, he was an admissions manager for the State Bar of Nevada, supporting law students pursuing licensure. Michael is a three-time graduate of UNLV, earning his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) in 2009, his Master of Education in Higher Education (M.Ed.) in 2018, and his Doctor of Philosophy in Higher Education (Ph.D.) in 2024.