I enjoy working on projects with like-minded individuals that work towards solving longstanding issues that are prevalent in society today. Transportation, in my opinion, is often overlooked when it comes identifying solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving equity/access, and enhancing safety for drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. Transportation is an intimate part of a person's everyday life, which makes it all the more important to ensure that we are designing facilities and systems with safety, equity, and environmental footprint in mind. Especially with the recent influx of billions of dollars for federal highway programs via Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, it is imperative that we make the most of this opportunity to design smart, safe, equitable, and environmentally friendly facilities.Education is a powerful tool that can enable someone to elevate their knowledge and mindset. Throughout my various experiences in the public education system from kindergarten to obtaining my Master's degree, I have seen countless inequities and injustices occur. My experiences as a student rather than a parent or staff member gives me a unique perspective that has been an asset to the school district I currently serve on, which has made strides in providing more equitable educational experiences for all our students and supporting our staff and families.