Michelle is a feline nutrition educator and content creator trusted by over 200K+ cat parents across social media. She is currently pursuing a Master of Veterinary Science (MVS) degree at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Through her brand Feminist Kitty, she creates content that blends science backed guidance with lived experience, translating complex nutrition topics into clear, practical, and actionable education. Her work has attracted millions of views that resonates with modern cat parents. Her goal is to empower cat parents to make better, more informed decisions without fear, fluff, or marketing gimmicks.
She shares her home with seven cats (Grey, Taz, Tig, Orange, Cinnamon, Oreo and Midnight) and one very weird cat (also known as her dog, Pippa).
Education
- Master of Veterinary Science (MVS)
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – College of Veterinary Medicine
- August 2025 – Present
- Graduate-level training in animal health, veterinary systems, and evidence-based decision-making.
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- Certificate in Canine and Feline Nutrition
- Southern Illinois University, Jan 2023
- Completed a rigorous, science-based program covering nutrient metabolism, nutrition and disease, diet formulation, and pet food ingredient analysis.
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- Graduate Coursework in English Literature & Literary Criticism
- California State University, 2010–2015
- Completed extensive M.A.-level coursework in literary criticism, writing, and theory with a 4.0 GPA. Focus areas included British literature, critical theory, and independent research.
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- Bachelor of Arts, English
- California State University, 2006