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In 20 words or less, what is the best thing about being part of this department?
Finding new parts of myself in the material I study.

What is your biggest piece of advice to first years and sophomores about getting connected to this department?
Never give up and don’t shy away from new cultures. Embrace them respectfully and you will find beauty everywhere.

What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned at K?
That community is one of the most important things in life.

What has been your favorite class at K?
Epic Epics freshman seminar class.

How have you taken advantage of the open curriculum or experienced breadth in your education?
I’ve gotten to explore new passions and find myself finding new friends who come from very different backgrounds.

What experiential education opportunities have you participated in?
I run the Asian and Pacific Islander Student association. I am a POSSE scholar. I run ACAPOC. I am an OSA student staff member. I am a member of QTPOC. I am the newest treasurer of PASA.

What is your SIP?
I’m doing a Psychology 593 SIP.

What are your career aspirations/next steps after K?
Getting a masters in psychology and then becoming a clinical counselor for family and children.

What is a random fun fact about you?
A nerve in my jaw is connected to my eye so when I chew it moves my eye lid.