Student Media
My Story
Hullo! I'm a junior Marine Biology major from Iowa. My current interests include binge watching Game of Thrones and reading books like John Tesh's "Intelligence for Your Life," and listening to Bo Burnham or a mix of all kinds of music. I'm involved on campus through honors, research, and housing.
Personality
I'm introverted by nature but once you get to know me I may talk your ear off. I love talking to people about their passions and where they want to go in life. I tend to be an authentic and servant style leader who will always be here for my mentees at any time and for any reason.
Honors Involvement
In honors, I've been able to be a mentor for the past year as well as present at conference. My favorite part has been connecting/networking with my mentees and other honors students through events such as leadership retreat.
Research - What I want to do post-grad
I spent my last year doing a federal work study through the OUR Works! program on campus with Dr. Royappa in the chemistry department and worked this summer with Dr. Caffrey in environmental science on a SURP with water/air quality that is leading to my thesis research.
RHA/NRHH/Housing
At UWF, I've branched out and have fallen in love with housing. So far, I have served as the president of the Residence Hall Association, president of the National Residence Hall Honorary, a summer Hospitality Assistant, and as a Peer Academic Leader in the STEM LLC of Presidents Hall.
Traveling / Adventures in Nature
I've always been an "outdoors-y" person. Anything that gets me out into nature and exploring our beautiful world sounds like a great time to me! I absolutely love traveling and visiting new places so I have plenty of fun stories to tell.
Swimming
I was a competitive swimmer from the age of 6. I swam for the UWF team for a year before a long-term shoulder injury put me out of commission. This has taught me a lot about time management and how to balance multiple commitments. I have also worked as a volunteer coach for age group swimmers.
Sailing
Sailing is an activity that I'm very new to but absolutely love! A friend and fellow honors student rebooted the UWF sailing club in spring 2017 and I couldn't be more grateful that she did.