Thanks to the support of a generous church, Dustin had the opportunity to attend Covenant College, where he earned a degree in English and Philosophy. Prior to joining the Chalmers Center, he served as an events coordinator in the Office of Admissions at Covenant College and obtained an MA in English.

Dustin joined the Chalmers Center in order to learn how to integrate his compassion for the poor with the truths of scripture. Dustin enjoys reading (particularly Russian, Victorian, and African American literature), playing board games, listening to various podcasts, and leisurely walks with his wife.