Education:
Graduated 2003 - California State University at Fullerton, Fullerton, CA. Bachelor of Arts, Radio, Television, and Film

Racing Experience:
Melissa raced four years in the NHRA Jr. Drag Racing League starting at 14 years old. She raced until her 18th birthday and retired from Jr. Drag Racing to attend college After graduating from college she is now resuming her racing career in a Super Comp Dragster and is finishing her first season.

Racing Accomplishments:
1996 - Pomona Raceway - Finished in top 10 in points
1997 - Super Chevy Show Jr. Drag Racing Participant
1997 - Became a member of Snyder 8.90 club
1998 - Pomona Raceway Track Champion
1998 - Winternationals Jr. Drag Racing Participant
1998 - Super Chevy Show Jr. Drag Racing Participant
1998 - IHRA Top Gun Challenge, Quick 16 Qualifier
1998 - JDRL National Championship, Indianapolis Raceway
1999 - IHRA Top Gun Challenge, Runner-up (Qualified 5th)
1999 - JDRL National Championship, Indianapolis Raceway
1999 - LA County Raceway Shootout Winner
1999 - San Diego Raceway- Finished second in points
2004 - Finished 21st in the Lucas Oil Division 7 Drag Series
2004 - Finished 77th in the NHRA POWERade National Event Drag Racing Series