I’m from Toronto, Canada, and am working towards my astrophysics PhD in Santa Barbara! I design and test telescopes that’re searching for Earth 2.0.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I've had lots of great experiences as both a host, a guest, and even just meeting up with other Couchsurfers in the various places I've lived in -- LA, Baltimore, Liège (Belgium), and Edinburgh -- and travelled through. I've met many amazing hosts and fellow travelers that have changed my outlook on life for the better, and would love to meet more people and get to know their stories.

Interests

• film festivals
• kayaking
• mountain biking
• harmonica
• astrophotography

Music, Movies, and Books

Coldplay
Death Cab for Cutie
Paramore
The Smiths
Vampire Weekend

8 1/2
Call Me by Your Name
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
Lost in Translation
The Grand Seduction

Cat's Eye - Margaret Atwood
Funny Boy - Shyam Selvadurai
The Hound of the Baskervilles - Arthur Conan Doyle
The Wind Up Bird Chronicle - Haruki Murakami
This is How You Lose Her - Junot Díaz

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

As a high school student, I played representing my country (Canada) in an international chess tournament in Durban, South Africa.

Teach, Learn, Share

I've lived in souther California for more than five years now, and would be more than happy to show you around! I love the state for its sunshine, people, and sheer beauty. I have a long list of places I still want to go to before I graduate, so let’s go have an adventure together!

I'd also love to hear about your experiences traveling since I'm always hoping to grow in unexpected ways. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

What I Can Share with Hosts

An open heart to listen, enthusiasm to join you on your wildest plans, and jam sessions or good chess games (if that’s your speed)

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Bahamas, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, Netherlands, South Africa, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Belgium, Canada, China, Scotland, United States