Who I Am
A Little About Me
I was born in Illinois, but my family moved to Turlock, California about eighteen months later. Growing up, my mom homeschooled me and my seven siblings. Throughout my life, I have always enjoyed creating and making things. At a young age, my dad taught me woodworking. Since then, I have built many different things from bookshelves to miniature swords and furniture, to bows and arrows. Currently, I still enjoy woodworking, but I have also started metalworking and tinkering with electronics. I am also a photographer and videographer. Recently, I started a professional photography business with my sister. I just finished my first semester at UC Merced as a mechanical engineering student. In the future, I want to work and research in a field related to robotics, aerospace, or bionics.
Interesting Factoid
I also enjoy drama. I was a dancer, actor, and dance teacher for many years.
Languages
English
What I Do
Professional Experience
Canal Veterinary Hospital
Veterinary Assistant
Feb 2020 - Present
I am responsible for interacting with our clients to acquire their pet's medical history. I assist the doctors during appointments, assist during surgery, clean surgical instruments, run lab work, and assist the technicians.
Westside Ministries
Dance Instructor
Jun 2016 - Oct 2019
I was a dance instructor for several years. I was responsible for creating lesson plans, choreographing dances, and helping out during rehearsals. My students ranged from the ages of seven to sixteen.
Professional Interests
Mechanical Engineering
Robotics
Bionics
Aerospace
What I Stand For
Volunteer Experience
In addition to working at Westside ministries, I also volunteered at their summer camps. I had the opportunity to help set up camp and participate in the performances. The first year I helped out, I was able to help write the performances with the director of the ministry, my sister, and a close friend of mine. All of the performances were structured to teach the campers important life lessons. The skits I helped write were based on how to respond to bullying and differing opinions. Additionally, I helped manage a ropes course that was designed to help the campers overcome their fears. Overall, I really enjoyed volunteering at Westside's summer camps and working with the campers.
What Inspires Me
Favorites
Hobbies
Woodworking
Metalworking
electronics
acting
Scriptwriting
Videography
Video and Photo Editing
Dancing
Photography
Food & Drinks
Chinese Food
Games
Among Us
Music Genres, Groups & Artists
Country
Pop
Hip-Hop
For King and Country
NF
Derek Minor
Andy Mineo
Lecrae
KB
Sports, Teams, Athletes
Ultimate Frisbee
Soccer
Volleyball
Movies, TV Shows, Actors & Actresses
Lord of the Rings
The Hobbit
The Patriot Act
Hacksaw Ridge
Parks and Recreation
The Office
Bucket List
Travel
I want to visit England, France, China, Iceland, and New Zealand.
Future Work
I want to work at a National Laboratory.
Education
School
Academic Interests
Robotics
Bionics
Aerospace
