Hometown: Newport News, VA

Education: B.A. in Political Science and History, Radford University

What’s your favorite location on campus that’s not on our tour? The Eco-Corridor. It's a peaceful escape from a busy campus and city that's constantly evolving.

As a Richmonder, what’s your favorite restaurant in the city? My neighborhood haunt is The Smoky Mug - a coffee and BBQ place. It's only weird until you try it!

Where on campus do you feel most energized? A walk around Westhampton Lake is always restorative.

Favorite music genre? Podcasts

If you could go back to college and major in a different subject, what would you pick? Economics

What advice would you give to students going through the college search process? Find the handful of people or resources that you trust and tune out the noise. Make sure your circle helps you find your voice in the process and aids in refining your college. There is a lot of noise that will do nothing but add to your stress. A close circle will always bring you back to center.