Alison grew up North of Chapman, NE, on a generational family farm.  She spent her youth helping Dad on the farm, playing sports, swimming and participating in 4-H. She graduated high school from Central City High School in 2009. 

In the fall of 2009, she attended Doane University and graduated with her BS in Exercise Science in 2013. She was accepted into the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Des Moines University and graduated in 2016.  She has spent the last five years practicing in rural Iowa and is happy to be back in Nebraska near family.  In her free time, she enjoys sports activities, reading, and journaling. She also loves spending time with her family, friends, and her dog June.