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• Hometown: Parker, CO
• Class: 2026
• Major(s): Data Analytics
• Minor(s): Film Studies
• Other Activities, Honors, and Awards:
  • Alpha Omicron Pi (AOII),
  • ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Aerial Arts Club,
  • Undergraduate Research Program - Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Why ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú?

The campus is so unique when compared to other schools. For me, it was the perfect mix of small college town and large student body as well as the university's emphasis on undergraduate research that drew me to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú.

How did you choose your major?

I actually came into college as a Biochemistry/Neuroscience co-major, but after the first semester of my Sophomore year, I decided to change my major to Data Analytics to better suit my skill sets. Although my path now is very different from my original plan, I am so grateful for the constant support I've gotten from my ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú family that has given me the strength to pursue a degree I am passionate and confident in.

Key Moment at ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú

Mrs. Lisa Werwinski, associate lecturer in the Statistics Department, has played a major role in my academic career thus far. I first met Mrs. Werwinski last spring, after I changed my major from Biochemistry to Data Analytics, as she became my new major advisor. We got closer the next semester when she taught my Applied Statistics course, through which she explained her connection to springboard diving. As a former varsity high school diver, I was intrigued and ended up working with Mrs. Werwinski to become an OHSAA certified Diving official! Not only has Mrs. Werwinski helped me become involved with an activity I thought ended with my high school career, she has also been a major supporter in academic journey by assisting me with curating my advising plan to properly fit my desired degree outcome. Overall, my college experience wouldn't be the same if it weren't for Mrs. Werwinski and her constant support!

Another ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Moment 

Alpha Omicron Pi (AOII) - AOII is a community service based social sorority on campus that I joined in the spring of my freshman year and it has positively impacted the communities I'm apart of and the relationships I have made since coming to ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú. Not only do I have the pleasure of participating in the fun activities my sorority puts on outside of academics, but I have also had the pleasure of serving as our Director of Administration for the last semester and get to continue into the next! As the Director of Administration, I have proven, not only to my chapter, but to myself that I am more than capable of excelling at any task I put my mind to. Although stressful at times, this position has taught me resilience, perseverance, and the power of determination.

ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Aerial Arts Club - The ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Aerial Arts Club is an aerobatic athletic club that utilizes the silk apparatuses typically seen in performances such as Cirque Du Soleil. It is a fun and unique way to stay active in the midst of a crazy college schedule. As the Executive Safety Officer for the ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú Aerial Arts club, I have had the great pleasure of developing close relationships with all of the club members as I attend most practices and oversee the safety of the tricks being performed. I have loved aerial arts since I first tried it in high school and I am so glad that ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú offers students the opportunity to experience something as beautifully thrilling as Aerial Silks.

Undergraduate Research (Chemistry and Biochemistry) - I have been a part of the Carole-Dabney Smith Cyanobacteria lab in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department since late fall of my Freshman year. In this lab, I work under a specified graduate student and assist them in their research. Responsibilities vary depending on the project, but typically I help continue the growth of new plant cells being used in testing and culture a new media biweekly to support the constant and efficient growth of the cyanobacteria cells. Although I am no longer a part of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department in an official sense, this lab experience has given me the chance to continue working in the lab (which I learned I loved) while pursuing a degree I feel better suited towards.

What are your career goals?  

My current plan for after graduation is to pursue a career in medical or pharmaceutical data analytics. I would love to eventually get a Master's or Ph.D., however, I am willing to hold off on that next step as I am incredibly eager to start my career and begin treading my path towards personal and professional success.