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Where are you from?  

Phoenix, Arizona. 

What inspired your decision to come to Environmental Design at CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ?  

I’ve always been interested in design and was drawn to the well-roundedness of the ENVD program at CU.  

Did you know right away that you wanted to major in landscape architecture? How/when did you know?  

I didn’t know I wanted to major in landscape architecture until three days before the decision date! Ultimately thinking about how much the outdoors has impacted my life and wanting to connect people with nature led me to landscape architecture.  

Do you have a favorite project that you're currently working on/have worked on in the past? 

I really enjoyed designing a small park in the Rhino neighborhood for ENVD 1130 and getting more in-depth on plant types and stormwater runoff.  

What has the program taught you about yourself as you’ve taken on your educational career?  

I think the program has taught me that I can be creative in my actual career path, not just as a hobby. The more I learn about design, the more I notice how much environmental design impacts my life and mindset and I am excited to bring my own creations to fruition.  

What would you like to do upon graduating from Environmental Design?  

After graduating, I would like to work as a whitewater river guide and eventually design for botanical gardens or national parks. 

What tips or advice would you give to future design students?  

Get to know your studio professors, don’t take critiques personally, and practice sketching!