I just graduated from a Bachelors degree in mechanical at LMU in Los Angeles and will be working at Boeing in El Segundo, CA in August 2019 on their satellite systems. After studying abroad for 4 months in Bonn, Germany a couple of years ago, I'm excited to go back to Europe exploring some of the many places I never got a chance to visit!

I consider myself a pretty well-rounded individual. I'm very passionate about science and engineering (particularly aerospace) and also a very sociable and positive person. I like to be a curious person and learn about other people and their interests. If you're a talkative person, I will love to sit and chat about anything!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm doing a post college graduation backpacking trip to Europe with my brother and a good friend for 3 weeks. We are starting in Milan, circling around the Alps and then going down to Croatia, ending in Dubrovnik. We heard from a friend that it was a great experience using Couchsurf and meeting the hosts, so we thought we'd give it a try. I'm excited to meet and talk to the locals and learn more about the culture as well as their recommendations on good food to eat and places to see!

Interests

• traveling
• hiking
• camping
• surfing
• rock climbing
• swimming
• engineering
• food
• aerospace
• water activities

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite Music: Spoon, Jack Johnson, Portugal. The man, Courtney Barnett, Black Keys

Favorite Books: The Name of the Wind, The Wise Man's Fear, Red Rising, Throne of Glass

Favorite Movies: The Dark Knight, Aliens, Lord of the Rings, Interstellar, Star Wars (I like all of them, contrary to a lot of fans)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once rescued 7 drowning children while working as a lifeguard at Huntington Beach, CA. A summer camp of around 30 kids maybe around 8 years old were playing close to shore and got suddenly sucked out in a rip current. Most of them made it in fine, but I ended up pulling in 7 of them.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I will offer all that I can!

As an engineer, I'm great at problem-solving so if you have anything that needs fixing, maybe I can help out!

As a beach lifeguard for 5 years, I can rescue you if you drown! Or do CPR or first aid in the unfortunate situation that you might need it!

I have started learning the guitar this year, so if you have one I can try to play a little for you! Or my friend Austin is much better, so I will also offer his skills to you.

On the off chance you have a didgeridoo, I can play that!

I can try my best to give you a good laugh! I have been known to be funny sometimes.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, United States