Gianforte School of Computing

I am currently a junior in the computer science department and I have loved everything about
my time at MSU. Being in the computer science department has given me lots of awesome
opportunities as well as surrounded me with many kind people. MSU has allowed me to meet
lots of people that are amazing in many ways. I am friends with amazing skiers, climbers,
musicians, academics and lots more. This kind of environment has pushed me to be the best I
can be in school and in my hobbies. There have always been many great mentors and friends
to keep me motivated and happy during my time here so far.
Research has also been a big part of my time here at MSU. I have talked to many people who
are doing crazy research even as an undergraduate and I have also been able to take part in
research myself. Doing research has really added to my greater understanding of class topics
and given me a lot more confidence in my abilities and competency in my field.

Music and climbing have become big parts of my life while I have been in Bozeman. I play
bassoon (big stick like instrument that sounds like a duck) with the Bozeman symphony,
Helena Symphony and Regional Opera. This makes me spend lots of time traveling around
Montana and sitting in practice rooms, but I also like to get outside to go climbing. You can
find me any weekend out in Gallatin Canyon or Wolverine Bowl climbing hard or just sleeping in
the sun enjoying the outdoors. Also, once the snow comes I love to head over to Bridger Bowl
and ski as much as I can.