science
I am an enthusiastic scientist driven by "Why does it do that?" and a passion for finding out what comes next. I sincerely believe that all science is awesome, and find it deeply motivating to be surrounded by others who are passionate about what they do.
After beginning my career in research, I found my path turning to healthcare and meaningful, individual impact. I am deeply motivated to do high quality, consistent work on the bench to provide the best possible patient outcomes. I pride myself in consistency and reliability and enjoy working on small teams with relaxed, collaboration centered vibes and highly organized spaces. I have found a lasting love for the fertility field, and the way it lends itself to my values. It's exciting to be part of a field that is rapidly growing and developing, and I'm excited to continue seeing where the future takes me.
teaching
My scientific journey is inspired by the powerful scientists that guided me as an undergraduate. I strive to develop my skills as a teacher to be able to provide the same empowerment and nurturing I experienced. I am passionate about creating spaces where it is safe to learn.
It is impossible to separate the person from the student. We enter every classroom with our bodies, identities, and lived experiences, and it is the responsibility of educators to generate equitable opportunity for their students. I believe inclusive and accessible teaching means both approaching curriculum and classroom teaching with these goals in mind in addition to creating high-impact learning experiences such as working in research labs.
While a graduate student at the University of Colorado--Boulder (CU Boulder), I attended many teaching workshops and completed several teaching consultations, reflections, and faculty observations. I served as a graduate teaching assistant for introductory biology and the HHMI SEA-PHAGES course-based research experience lab (CURE). As an undergraduate I was a teaching assistant in the SEA-PHAGES CURE, cell biology lab, and a member of the curriculum design and facilitation team for a new student driven colloquium course. I enjoy teaching and mentorship, and am currently seeking opportunities to continue in these capacities.
values
I am passionate about making science and education more inclusive, equitable spaces that enable people from all walks of life to contribute and thrive. I believe that living and working in spaces where more people feel comfortable expressing themselves and having open, honest discussions about their lives and values contribute to more stable and productive work.
I have always valued service and community building and was involved in multiple science centered groups at CU Boulder, including STEM Routes, which strives to create funded undergraduate research experiences and provide information about science careers, and SCOPE, a volunteer organization bringing hands-on science education to elementary and middle school students in Boulder.
My personal values are grounded in my experiences with interfaith dialogue, where we seek to generate cooperative, constructive, and positive interactions with and between people of different world views, backgrounds, and traditions. I carry these values with me in everyday life and hope to cultivate tolerance and lead with curiosity in all spaces I work and play in.