Throughout my time as head lifeguard, I've honed my skills in leadership and attention to detail, managing a team of over 30 individuals. This role not only instilled in me a strong sense of responsibility and leadership but also sparked my fascination with mechanical systems. This passion has driven my pursuit of mechanical engineering at the University of Washington Tacoma, consistently earning a place on the Dean's List every quarter.
Beyond the classroom, my commitment to sustainability and accessibility has always been at the forefront of my endeavors. I am deeply invested in leveraging mechanical engineering principles to contribute towards creating more sustainable solutions and enhancing accessibility. I've recently started researching with my university about sustainable design within household appliances and have been researching with the Center for Advanced Energy Studies this summer in conjunction with the Idaho National Laboratory.
I am eager to continue exploring innovative ways to merge my expertise in mechanical engineering with my passions for sustainability, accessibility and inclusion, driving positive change in both academic and real-world settings.
On this page, I'll elaborate on my educational background, extra-curricular background, volunteer efforts, and work experience.
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
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 - Present)
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.
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.
I'm currently head lifeguard at Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club. In this role, I manage a group of 30+ lifeguards ensuring adequate coverage and a safe environment for patrons. I conduct regular training sessions for lifeguards and training for 70+ staff members emphasizing emergency protocol, CPR, and first-aid. This role requires me to solve intricate mechanical issues in circulation and chemical balancing systems, igniting my passion for mechanical engineering! (May 2020- Present)
As head lifeguard at Newport Hills Swim and Tennis Club, I've had a focus on continuing education. I'm currently an instructor for the American Red Cross, qualified to teach lifeguarding, CPR, first-aid, and AED courses. I've ensured quality teaching by staying up-to-date on Red Cross standards and participating in continuing education courses. (June 2022 - Present)
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 Tools: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Python, NI Multisim, Rhino, MatLab.
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.