Throughout my time as head lifeguard, I developed strong leadership and organizational skills while managing a team of over 30 individuals. This experience instilled in me a sense of responsibility and attention to detail that has carried into my work as an engineer. At the University of Washington Tacoma, I’ve pursued my passion for mechanical engineering, consistently earning a place on the Dean’s List each quarter.
My journey has included both industry and research experiences that shaped my career path. At Orano Federal Services, I contributed to projects focused on nuclear packaging systems, gaining exposure to engineering design within a highly regulated industry. I’ve also been engaged in research on sustainable and accessible design, both at UW Tacoma and with the Center for Advanced Energy Studies in collaboration with the Idaho National Laboratory. These opportunities have strengthened my interest in applying engineering principles to projects that address real-world challenges.
Looking forward, I am eager to continue developing as a mechanical engineer and contribute to innovations that emphasize sustainability, accessibility, and long-term impact.
I'm attending the University of Washington Tacoma (September 2023 - present). I'm pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. I'm currently an active member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers club, while also the Outreach Officer for the Society for Women Engineers and founding co-president of the Student Association for Mechanical Engineering. Overall GPA: 3.92/4.00
I attended Central Washington University from September 2021 - June 2023. During my time at Central Washington University, I was pursuing a bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering Technology with a minor in robotics and physics. I was an active member of the Society for Physics Students, the CWU Rock Climbing Club, and Vice President of the CWU Swim Club. Overall GPA: 3.945/4.00
I had the opportunity to intern at Orano Federal Services, where I worked on nuclear packaging systems. During this role, I reviewed and interpreted engineering drawings to identify design issues and recommend manufacturing improvements. I also utilized FEA tools in ANSYS and SolidWorks to optimize material usage while maintaining structural integrity of nuclear transfer systems. In addition, I conducted software verification and validation of ANSYS Thermal Desktop in compliance with NQA-1 nuclear quality assurance standards.
At the University of Washington Tacoma I had the opportunity to conduct research on sustainability in household appliances, where I analyzed device lifespan, recyclability, and eco-consciousness through systematic disassembly. I collected data on disassembly time and accessibility for the average household, and presented my findings to faculty and peers to identify design solutions for improving appliance sustainability. At the end of this project, I wrote and published a research paper with the ASME 2025 International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition.
I had the opportunity to intern with Idaho National Laboratory (INL), Boise State University(BSU), and the Center for Advanced Energy Studies (CAES). During this internship/REU, I worked on nanosynthesizing magnetostrictive smart materials. At the end of my time as an intern at CAES, INL, and BSU I presented my findings at the Idaho National Laboratory poster session.
Manage a team of 30+ lifeguards, ensuring safety, coverage, and training compliance for 70+ staff members. Certified Red Cross instructor for lifeguarding, CPR, first aid, and AED courses, maintaining up-to-date standards through continuing education. Troubleshoot mechanical issues in circulation and chemical systems, an experience that sparked my passion for mechanical engineering.
During my first year at the University of Washington Tacoma, I noticed the lack of a mechanical engineering-focused club on campus. Along with my fellow students, I founded the Student Association for Mechanical Engineering. Our club is a rocketry-focused club that gives students hands-on experience building rockets. Our club also has a focus on career growth and professional development, having companies come in and speak about their experience in industry. My role includes reaching out to companies, hosting meetings, running the club's social media, and organizing involvement in rocketry competitions. (February 2024 - Present)
During my second year at the University of Washington Tacoma, I became an outreach officer for the Society for Women Engineers. My duties in this role include reaching out to companies, hosting and organizing outreach events, recruiting engineering majors, and creating an inclusive environment for all! (June 2024 - December 2025)
During my time at Central Washington University, I took on the role of Vice President of the Central Washington Swim Club. My duties in this role included hosting and organizing regional swim meets and coordinating with swim teams from multiple states in the Pacific Northwest. My goal as Vice President of the swim team was to create an inclusive environment for all regardless of swimming ability. I achieved this by tailoring swim sets to individual abilities. Beyond this, I was able to compete nationally at Georgia Tech University representing Central Washington University.
During my time at Central Washington University, I took an interest in a project that Central Washington was working on in partnership with the University of Washington and Eastern Washington University. Racial covenants have been written into housing deeds since the beginning of the United States, and some are still present in deeds today. During this volunteer research project, along with my fellow students, I worked on combing through the archives at Central Washington University Archives to remove racial covenants from housing deeds in Washington state.
In my passion for accessibility and inclusion, I volunteer at the "Night to Shine" event sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. The goal of this event is to put on a prom-like event for persons with special needs to participate in an inclusive and fun environment where they can be themselves. During my time as a volunteer, I work as a chaperone for a person with special needs, aiding them throughout the night and creating a special night for all involved.
Design and Analysis Tools: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Python, NI Multisim, Rhino, MatLab, ANSYS.
Manufacturing: Drill Press, Engine Lathe, EMAX Milling Machine, Cryogenic Ball Mill, Vertical Milling Machine.
Lab Proficiency: Scanning Electron Microscopy, X-Ray Diffraction, Energy Dispersive X-Ray System, Dynamic Light Scattering.