I grew up in a small town on the Illinois side of the St. Louis area. Whenever we would cross over the river, I would always find myself fascinated by the wealth of history and architecture that the city had to offer. I knew from a young age that I wanted to play a role in the creation of the built environment.

This led me to seek my Master of Architecture at the joint program with the University of Missouri-Kansas City and Kansas State University. There I learned to appreciate everything from the smallest architectural detail to how the spaces we inhabit shape our society.

In my personal life, I find great enjoyment in the natural world through long hikes and camping trips. I also have a deep interest in history and culture, and what it reveals about the enduring human spirit to create and face new challenges.