I'm an English Ph.D. student working on ecological themes in medieval literature; I also teach undergraduates and work at the University of Pennsylvania library. Off campus, I'm a writer and musician, sometimes traveling with a guitar. One of my favourite things is getting lost in a new city.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love being part of an invisible community of barterers, hitchhikers, and various people who help people. It's like a benevolent secret society.

Interests

• birds
• writing
• poetry
• music
• piano
• cycling
• skiing
• radio

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I hosted a community radio program for about two years in Montréal. It was amazing because it put me in contact with people who were amazing – collaborators, interviewees, and listeners.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm up for anything. Left to my own devices, I will make you dinner, listen to your stories, and tell you animal facts.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Belize, Cuba, Denmark, Estonia, Fiji, Finland, France, Honduras, India, Italy, Mexico, Monaco, Norway, Russian Federation, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, New Zealand, United States