I am a junior at Northwestern University pursuing a double major in Political Science with a concentration in Peace & Conflict Studies and Russian Language, Literature, and Culture. My interest lays in comprehending the complexities of the past, present and future world order. An analyst by heart and education, I am passionate about understanding and overcoming the complex issues of security, conflict, and diplomacy on the international stage. My focus is in learning global power dynamics, the mitigation and countering of risks and threats, and the effects of these on all aspects of society. I aspire to begin my career in national security, counterterrorism and/or intelligence where I can serve the public, solve important issues head-on, create insights and, above all, make the world a more secure and resilient place. Outside of academics, you can find me playing guitar and bass, practicing martial arts, or competing as part of the intercollegiate men’s sabre fencing team.