I am an American college student studying Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Tech. I interned last semester for a product design firm and I am taking all the money I earned and traveling the world for the summer. I spent last summer studying abroad in Europe and saw many places, but I hope to meet more locals and immerse myself in culture more this summer. I am extremely easy going and always down for new experiences. My hobbies include rock climbing, travel (obviously), photography, art, woodworking, and I'm beginning to dip my toes into the world of techno music production. I am always seeking people and experiences that will broaden my horizons, help me understand people, culture, and the world better, as well as have a lot of fun in the process.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Last summer I travelled with a large group of Americans. Though this was fun, I fell in love with experiencing new cultures which you can only do so much of with a large group of Americans. I'm on couch surfing because I want to meet new people around the world and understand cultures. I interned last semester for a product design firm and I am taking all the money I earned and traveling the world for the summer until it runs out. The less I spend, the longer I get to travel.Whether it be a couch or a floor, a local or a foreigner, a place to stay and a new person to meet will leave me very grateful and thrilled.

Interests

• digital design
• photography
• engineering
• travel
• climbing

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: I listen to just about everything but my absolute favorite music right now is techno and rap.
Movies: Inception, Interstellar, The Dark Knight, The Departed
Books: Originals, The Design of Everyday Objects, Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, Oryx and Crake

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I climbed the Grand Teton (the most technically challenging mountain in North America) when I was 14

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: Product Design, Engineering, Photography, Climbing, English
Learn: Culture, Cooking, Language, Fun Skills, Anything and Everything!
Share: Meals, Experiences, Shelter, Conversations

What I Can Share with Hosts

Beyond a place to sleep (but if thats all you have to offer I will gratefully take it), I would like to share meaningful conversations over a meal about life experiences, perspective, and what its like living in another culture. I am also interested in sharing experiences, whether it be a jam session, playing an American game or a local game.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Puerto Rico, Spain, Switzerland, Virgin Islands, British

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States