Marsha Maass is pursuing an Associate's degree in Veterinary Medicine/Technology from Rockford Career College anticipated to complete in May 2018. She has extensive experience rescuing and rehabilitating unwanted parrots and small birds as the owner of Polly's Paradise parrot rescue since 2008, where she has provided veterinary care, education, and adoption services. Previously, she volunteered at the Rock County Humane Society walking dogs and participating in animal rescues.