About Me

I’m a fourth-year PhD student in economics at the University of Washington. I earned my undergraduate degree in economics and math from the University of Colorado.

I chose to study economics to understand the decisions people make and the systems they navigate. While economic models aren’t perfect, I appreciate their ability to combine theory with empirical evidence to analyze real-world problems. That is what drew me to research: I wanted to develop the skills to study pressing issues using data and to contribute ideas that could reduce harm or inform better policy. Over time, that interest has evolved into a broader commitment to studying inequality, structural constraints, and the effects of interventions, especially in contexts I have personal ties to, such as Sherpa communities. After completing my PhD, I hope to pursue a research-oriented position where I can continue working on these questions.