Hello! My name is Eric. I am an extroverted engineer and teacher who is wrapping up a master's in Chemical Engineering from Michigan State University in the United States.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love meeting new people and travelling to new places. When I travel I want to experience the culture, and I think that couchsurfing is a much better way to experience the culture of a new place than air bnb, a hotel, or even a hostel.

Interests

• music festivals
• dancing
• salsa dancing
• wine
• beer
• reading
• music
• hiking
• backpacking
• skydiving
• snowboarding
• sports
• soccer
• engineering
• history
• mathematics
• science
• mountains
• nature
• football
• science fiction
• museums

Music, Movies, and Books

Some of my favorite music acts: Odesza, Porter Robinson, Seven Lions, Foo Fighters, The Who. I listen to music from dance music, to ambient music, classic rock, alternative rock, and more.

Favorite movie: Finding Nemo.

Books: Love Kurt Vonnegut. Currently reading the Game of Thrones series (on book 3).

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I swam with wild humpback whales off the island of Maui, Hawai'i, U.S.A.
I went skydiving in only a speedo

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach many things including the English language, culture in the United States (as well as what regions to visit), science/technology/math subject matter, how to backpack or snowboard, and even how to salsa dance

I would like to learn new languages and about new cultures. I would like to learn how best to immerse myself in the culture and see all the beautiful people and places that are "off the beaten path."

I love sharing stories, whether they be exciting, scary, spiritual, or emotional.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share a variety of experiences in the outdoors both in the U.S. and abroad. I would love to share enlightening and educational conversation. I can share my positive energy and lust for life.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Ireland, Thailand, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States