Education

I am currently completing my 3rd year at University of Washington, Seattle. I am pursuing a Bachelors in Science in Marine Biology as well as a minor in Dance. Through my experience at University of Washington, I have gained independence, research experience, community, and a passion for science through rigorous classes focused on laboratory and field work experience.

Leadership and Involvement

During summer 2025, I had the opportunity to make a takeover of the University of Washington Marine Biology Instagram to highlight student work in marine science outside of school. I filmed a day-in-my-life story collection and created an official post of my experience interning at New England Aquarium within the Yawkey Coral Reef Gallery. Through this I was able to share my experience and knowledge of working with an incredible institution as well as answer students' questions about getting involved with marine science work outside University of Washington. It was a great opportunity to connect with my Marine Biology community and develop skills in social media.

During my sophomore and junior year of high school, I attend a 1 week marine biology focused summer program with Northeastern University. This program was Coastal Ocean Science Academy , COSA for short. It was located at Northeastern's Marine Science Center in Nahant, Massachusetts and gave high school students an inside look to what life as a marine biologist is like.

During my time with COSA, I began developing the crucial skills needed to succeed in the marine science field. This included research projects, in depth labs, field work, and group work. The projects that left the largest impact on me were the DNA extraction lab and using quadrats to analyze intertidal organism diversity which are both skills I have used in my college experience.

I have always had a passion for the ocean but learning about the behind the scenes of what being a marine biologist is like though COSA solidified my decision to pursue a marine science focused career.