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In 20 words or less, what is the best thing about being part of this department?
Having the opportunity to be with a variety of people in a variety of classes and departments because we all value the environment.

What is your biggest piece of advice to first years and sophomores about getting connected to this department?
Take a variety of classes! K has an open curriculum which allows students to explore different departments and the environmental studies concentration encourages this.

What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned at K?
The most valuable thing I have learned at K is how important it is to explore. Whether that be other departments, the neighborhood, different friend groups, it’s so important to get out of your comfort zone and find new things!

What has been your favorite class at K?
My favorite class at K was PHIL-105 Environmental Philosophy. I had never taken a philosophy class and it was a little intimidating after having taken mostly biology classes, but it really encouraged attentiveness and made me think through my beliefs more fully.

How have you taken advantage of the open curriculum or experienced breadth in your education?
The Environmental Studies concentration strongly encourages branching out and has introduced me to many departments I will be taking more classes in, including philosophy and economics! I also got the fantastic opportunity to study abroad in Ecuador!

What is your SIP?
I will be working at an entomology lab at MSU exploring integrated pest management.

What is a random fun fact about you?
I have pet cockroaches!