Before starting my career in mathematics, I was a collegiate track and cross country runner at Goucher College, which I attended on a fine and performing arts scholarship for dance. Originally, I wanted to move out to Los Angeles, CA after graduating to pursue a career in dance and acting. In order to have a degree I felt comfortable falling back on, I picked up a maths major and graduated magna cum laude in May 2014 with a BA in Mathematics and as a member of Phi Beta Kappa.
Part of the draw of Goucher was the study abroad requirement. Through Goucher, I was able to spend my junior year studying maths at the University of Oxford. My experience at Oxford convinced me to change my career path from the performing arts to mathematics. This eventually landed me at Clemson University where I first worked with Dr. Jim Brown (now at Occidental College) on master’s degree and then with Dr. Keri Sather-Wagstaff on my doctorate.
When I can, I like to sneak in long runs to keep up with competitive running. I also try to find time each year to go out backpacking with my dad.
Upcoming Races:
TBD
Park City Trail Series 15K, Park City, UT (my first race at elevation).
Recent Races/Personal Bests:
April 2, 2023, Cherry Blossom 10 Mile, Washington D.C.
683rd of 16712 overall, 1:06:14. Full Results
January 12, 2019, Charleston Half Marathon, Charleston, SC
16th of 2390 overall, 1:25:19 (1:25:41 gun). Full Results
August 11, 2018, Park City Trail Series 15K, Park City, UT
9th of 295 overall, 1:05:55. Full Results
My dad and I have hiked all 48 of New Hampshire’s 4000 ft mountains together