Kathryn completed her Bachelor's Degree at Vanderbilt University, in Nashville, TN, with a double major in English and Studio Art. For her English degree, which had a focus in critical theory, she took courses that covered a range of topics included but not limited to 19th Century American Literature, Children's Literature, Poetry, and African Diaspora Studies. She was also an active writer and image editor for the satirical Vanderbilt newspaper, The Slant. She often edited other writer's articles while providing them with the tools to improve their ability to make the reader laugh yet also be informed about the topics discussed.