Autobiography and Portrait

Hi! My name is Eliza (Eli) Smith. I am a 22 year old from Virginia with a love for all things whimsical and explorative! I work as an Administrative Assistant at the University of Virginia where I plan to attend in 2026 to pursue an Education degree. Other than working with children, I have a passion for entomology and herpetology. I share my home with my pets - a cat, a snake, and a handful of pet bugs!

Fun facts about me:

-I've been doing musical theatre since I was 11 and my first real experience with teaching was as an emergency long-term sub for a theatre class.

-I have been told on multiple occasions that I dress like Ms. Frizzle, which I take great pride in.

-I drive a neon yellow, sticker-covered car affectionately named "The Hive".

-My favorite animal is a tie between whale sharks, water deer, and nudibranch (also known as sea bunnies).

-I have seen Puss In Boots: The Last Wish exactly 37 times. If you haven't seen it, I highly recommend (clearly!)

-My newest hobbies are Warhammer40k and needle felting.

-I love cosplay, ren faires, and nerdy conventions. I will never turn down a chance to dress up!