Hi! I'm Amanda. I am a biology professor in Los Angeles and I love living here! I have a small dog, Grommit, who loves making friends. Come meet us both :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To make some friends from out of town and have fun hanging out! And I am really excited about the prospect of doing a hosting/surfing exchange with my guests.

I have really enjoyed hosting so many wonderful guests. I have also loved staying with amazing hosts. Couchsurfing has been one of the best parts of my traveling experience.

Interests

Museums, dogs, being outside, swing dancing and salsa dancing, baking, gardening, rock climbing

• dogs
• dancing
• salsa dancing
• swing dancing
• baking
• gardening
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• surfing
• rock climbing
• biology
• history
• science
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

Science fiction and non-fiction are my two favorite book genres.

I'm not big on movies, but I love a variety of music including folk, jazz, rock, and swing music.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I finished grad school *whew*

Teach, Learn, Share

I love teaching.
I teach biology at UCLA, specifically about bacteria and viruses. I would be happy to answer any biology questions you have.
I am quite good at communicating and can describe communication techniques to help you listen and be listened to by others.
I enjoy discussing topics related to sexuality and gender.

What I Can Share with Hosts

-locations of nearby dance venues
-biology facts
-hikes and outdoor activities near LA
-a tour of UCLA campus
-a smile!

Countries I’ve Visited

Nicaragua, Peru

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States