Morgan Van Nest was born and raised in St. Louis. She graduated with honors in 2020 with a BFA in dance and a double minor in psychology and sociology from State University of New York - Purchase College. Her love for dance has inspired her interest in the human body and mind and how to meaningfully attend to them. Her background has additionally inspired a passion to give back to the community through many avenues including dance, healthcare, and community engagement. She is currently working towards her Masters of Social Work at Washington University with a concentration in mental health (expected graduation May 2023).