California Institute of Technology

Research and STEM Activities
Worked at NASA where she worked on the mechanical characterization for the thermal protection system for the Mars sample return... Beginning her thesis investigating the microbial arms race in 3D (studying the coevolutionary relationship between bacteriophages and bacteria). Student body vice president of non-academic affairs (also known as the Interhouse Committee Chair). Organizes house activities and events for the entire campus such as Caltech's "Rotation" and "Disco Tech"... Is the Vice president of Caltech's Women in Biology and Healthcare club where she organizes and executes educational STEM opportunities for marginalized communities... Participated in a Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF), where she analyzed how bacteria move through different structures. The goal of the project was to better understand microbial behavior in varied environments, with potential applications in medicine, environmental science, and engineering. 

Prior to Caltech

Honors & Achievements: Graduated with three Associates degrees... Member of National Indigenous Recognition Program (through College Board)... American Legion Auxiliary California Girls State Delegate... Advanced Placement Scholar with Honor.

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