Q: How long have you worked at Rice?
A: Almost 3 years. I started in October 2022.
Q: What is your favorite part about working for the university?
A: I enjoy being involved in the construction of our research laboratories and being involved in the academic community.
Q: What do you want people to know about living in Houston?
A: We have a great, diverse, international community and amazing cuisine options.
Q: What do you do in your downtime?
A: I love to travel and explore new places. I like to plan our next adventure in my downtime.
Q: What’s your favorite spot on campus to show someone?
A: I like to show people the Ralph S. O’Connor Building for Engineering and Science.
Q: What’s the most exciting time of year for you as it relates to Rice?
A: I enjoy graduation time. You can feel the excitement on campus of the seniors as they get ready to start their next journey.
Q: What’s the one thing that makes Rice special to you?
A: Our Rice community.
Q: What do you enjoy most about your job?
A: I love meeting the incoming faculty and getting to know them as we design and build their labs.
Q: What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?
A: I really enjoy cooking and making meals from scratch when I have time.
Q: What’s your favorite lunch spot or snack?
A: I’m enjoying the new Local Foods at Brochstein Pavilion.
Q: Where do you see Rice in 25 years?
A: I see Rice growing not only the undergraduate and graduate student bodies and departments, but I see it also strengthening industry ties and building a great innovation district.
Q: Describe Rice in four words or less.
A: Collaborative, innovative, prestigious, unique.