As a Public Affairs Officer for Illinois State University Army ROTC, I manage and oversee the promotion and documentation of our program's activities and achievements. My responsibilities include coordinating the creation and sharing of content across our social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Flickr), ensuring we capture and highlight key events such as Field Training Exercises, Ranger Challenge, and recruitment efforts. I work closely with fellow cadets ACIC Michael Zobrist and MS5 Zachary Baron to ensure all ROTC activities are well-documented while maintaining privacy and respecting individual preferences. Additionally, I facilitate the sharing of photos and moments that reflect the unique experiences of our cadets, ensuring we preserve meaningful memories of our time in the program.

As a member of the Ranger Challenge Team, I engage in one of the most demanding competitions in Army ROTC, pushing my physical and mental limits to excel in military-based challenges. This role strengthens my leadership, teamwork, and adaptability through intensive training in land navigation, marksmanship, combat first-aid, CBRN, ruck marching, tactical problem-solving, and endurance drills. Working alongside my team, I develop resilience, mental toughness, and the discipline necessary to excel under pressure and in fast-evolving scenarios. This experience has honed my ability to lead confidently and respond decisively in high-stakes environments.

As an MS1 cadet in Army ROTC, I'm in the beginning stages of my leadership and military education. I'm learning the basics of military skills, leadership, and what it means to uphold Army values. Through academic studies, physical training, and hands-on leadership labs, I push myself to be the best leader I can be. I'm developing key skills like communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving, all within a team-oriented and disciplined environment.

The Digital Media Engagement team serves as the chief office for digital communications within the Department of Veterans Affairs' Central Office, located in Washington DC. Our group oversees the main social media networks of the VA, engaging with over 2 million followers across various platforms. Additionally, we handle the VA News website ( https://news.va.gov/ ), a platform dedicated to sharing details about benefits and services available to Veterans, alongside articles that pay tribute to the service of our country's Veterans.

Managed company Instagram and Facebook accounts during the summer of 2024.

Assisted in writing and editing press releases and using social media to connect with listeners and promote contests. Participated in hands-on "street teams" in which I assisted in distributing promotional content to ISU students, as well as planned and executed on-air giveaways and events.

I played the violin for about 10 years and was a member of the Illinois State University Symphony Orchestra during my freshmen year of college. I participated in one fall symphony tour rotation throughout the state of Illinois. I am pictured to the right in the 2nd violin section.