I was fortunate enough to grow up in the mountains of Montana and Idaho where I quickly found my love for skiing, mountain biking, and climbing. I moved to Bellingham, WA to attend Western Washington University in the fall of 2021. In March of 2025, I received a BA in French, BA in environmental studies with a GIS emphasis, and GIS certificate.

When I took my first GIS class, I immediately knew it was going to be my next passion. GIS challenges me like no other academic subject has, and I've turned into a complete mapping nerd! I'm also interested in outdoor education and have worked at multiple organizations as a climbing camp instructor. Through my work at Access Fund and various research projects, I've had the opportunity to develop and apply my knowledge in environmental and conservation-related areas. In the future, I hope to eventually combine my passion of climbing and outdoor recreation with my GIS skills, potentially working with the National Parks Service or other organization related to conservation.