• Hometown: Liberty Township, OH
  
• High School: Fairfield Senior High School
• Class: 2027
• Major: Applied Biology

Why Miami University?

Miami provided me with unique opportunities while still remaining close to home. Specifically, the Hamilton campus has offered significant experiences contributing to my future goals while still remaining on a local, small campus.

How did you choose your major?

I had been pretty set on my major since high school and have never wanted to change it ever since. I feel privileged to be able to study something I genuinely enjoy inside and outside of the classroom. With that being said, through my studies I have greatly expanded my interests and have found some of my favorite hobbies, like gardening!

As a Miami student, what are some of your awards and accomplishments?

I was recognized as a Student Scholar at the Miami University Student Scholars Symposium in 2025.

Did you have any special experiential learning opportunities that have influenced you in a positive way?

My research experience at Miami Hamilton has increased my confidence in my abilities. I am grateful to be a part of Dr. Deidra Jacobsen's lab on a campus so close to home. I expected that if I wanted to join a research lab, then I would most definitely have to be based in Oxford, but The Conservatory and Dr. Jacobsen's lab have made gaining research experience very accessible! As I plan to attend graduate school, I think my research experience will allow a smoother transition. Also, I have had opportunities to interact with the local community during outreach events. From this, I have discovered that I really enjoy interacting with the public and taking part in community outreach events and hope to continue some of this in my future career! It is great to be a part of The Conservatory, serving as a resource open to my community.

What are your plans after you graduate from Miami? What sort of career are you aiming for? What is your dream job?

After graduation, I plan to attend graduate school to pursue a master's degree. I hope to study in the field of aquatic systems and further pursue a career in conservation and restoration!

Advice to Prospective Students

Miami has a lot to offer you and your education. If you do attend Miami, make sure to utilize the resources provided, whether you are on a regional campus or the main campus. These resources have greatly improved my education, and even as I finish my third year, I am still finding new things I never knew existed. 

Is there anything else you'd like to share about your Miami experience that we didn't cover?

I greatly enjoyed presenting at the Undergraduate Research Forum! This on-campus annual event provides great experience for us undergraduate researchers who are hoping to gain poster-making experience! It is also nice to see fellow peers and the work they are doing with their research advisors.