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In 20 words or less, what is the best thing about being part of this department?
Gaining cultural understanding through personal experiences.

What is your biggest piece of advice to first years and sophomores about getting connected to this department?
Don’t feel afraid to contact professors with questions. They are your greatest resource!

What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned at K?
Change in your environment can provide great growth opportunities. Studying abroad allowed me to gain outside perspectives in an environment different from any I experienced before.

What has been your favorite class at K?
I enjoyed SPAN-401, the Spanish language film class. It mixed the topics of my major and concentration and gained new knowledge in film analysis.

How have you taken advantage of the open curriculum or experienced breadth in your education?
I love the broad topics covered by each different Spanish class. I gained a wide array of knowledge in the humanities and beyond through the classes offered in this department.

What experiential education opportunities have you participated in?
I was a Student Instructor for Dr. Udayanganie’s ECON-101 course in the Fall of 2022. I enjoyed connecting with students and providing them with the learning opportunities I was afforded when I took the class in 2021.

What is your SIP?
I am doing a SIP in the Spanish department. I plan to investigate the impacts of American neoliberal economic policy on Chilean politics and society through an analysis of Patricio Guzmán’s films.

What are your career aspirations/next steps after K?
I am not sure! I plan to apply to business school or a master’s program in Public Policy Analysis.

What is a random fun fact about you?
I love to crochet!