I am a senior physics major at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, Tennessee. Since 2016 I have interned with the Dark Energy Survey at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, where I support the survey science groups by assisting with data calibrations. In addition to my astronomy research, I am a member of my university's High Altitude Ballooning Team, and I regularly launch balloons into the stratosphere.

Outside of my studies, I am active in physics outreach with my local SPS chapter. Recently, I worked with the College of Science and Mathematics to prepare for the upcoming total solar eclipse. I am also interested in science policy, and drafted legislation that was adapted and sponsored by my state representative. I am interested in using science outreach and policy to narrow the gap between scientists and the public.