Hometown: Kings Park, NY

Clubs/Activities/Extracurricular Involvement

Board Game Club, RPI DND, Pep Band, Rensselaer Symphonic Band, Rensselaer Outing Club

Internship/Research Experience

Assessing the efficacy of the management of Eurasian Milfoil in Lake George; Comparing the use of camera traps and spotlighting in terms of ability to spot Australian marsupials; Assessing the biodiversity of medicinal plants in Bhutan’s alpine scrublands

Why did you choose to attend RPI?

I knew since around middle school that I wanted to do something with computers. When I discovered the skills learned in RPI’s ITWS major and the flexibility of focus it offered, I quickly realized there was no better option for me. RPI was the only school I applied to!

What is your favorite RPI memory?

My favorite memory would be the final hike of my Outdoor and Wilderness Leadership class I took through the Outing Club. While I’m not usually much of a hiker, breaking trail in snowshoes and walking by walls of ice was an incredible experience.

What is your favorite thing to do in Troy?

There are so many fun things on campus so I often don’t feel the need to leave, but when I do, I enjoy going to Dinosaur Barbecue with friends. The food and atmosphere is great, and especially with student discounts, everything is reasonably priced for a student on a budget!