Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, I grew up surrounded by graduates of "the other UT." However, when it was time to go to college, I knew that Texas was where I should be. Although I am a transplant Texan, the state has become home over the past 4 years, thanks to Forty Acres and the amazing community it provides. Starting my freshman year, I knew that my goal was to enter medicine, and being at UT has allowed me to pursue opportunities in community-engaged research, population health initiatives, and transformational clinical experiences to make that goal a reality. I have developed a passion specifically for reproductive medicine while at UT and hope to incorporate women's health into my career.

Majors 
Plan II Honors

Other Academic Interests
Pre-med; Certificate in Patients, Practitioners & Cultures of Care

Extracurricular Activities:
Dell Medical School Health Leadership Apprentice Program, Emergency Contraception for Every Campus, Shokar Cancer Prevention and Control Lab, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Pediatric Oncology Education Program

What drew you to the Forty Acres Scholars Program? 
I was drawn to the program by the tight-knit community of scholars. Coming from a small school in Memphis, I was used to knowing all my peers and teachers, and I was searching for a similar environment in college, especially jumping from a class of 82 to over 9,000.

What makes your scholar cohort unique?
You will never find a more fascinating yet humble, kind, and compassionate group of people. I am constantly learning from my cohort, and even though everyone has different interests, we all mesh seamlessly.

Favorite FASP Memory
The senior trip to Costa Rica. I will never forget going down Class 3 rapids with Nick, Jerri, Faith, Nina, Riley, and of course, our guide Steven.