Hi folks :) I am currently doing a PhD in linguistics at UC Santa Cruz. I mostly study the sound systems of tonal languages, which includes doing fieldwork and recording people in their natural living spaces. I geek out on language fun facts.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I’d love to meet new friends across the world when I’m on the road traveling and listen to different perspectives.

Interests

I love being out in the nature hiking, backpacking and camping. I live in an area that’s full of redwoods, coastal trails and banana slugs :) I recently picked up rock climbing

• cooking
• clubbing
• reading
• hiking
• backpacking
• camping
• tennis

Music, Movies, and Books

I love all genres and especially a nice thriller movie.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I’ve taken the Aurora Train in Alaska and saw the Northern Lights.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I’m down to share my experience, my research (if it doesn’t bore you, mostly about different languages of the world) or just a good vibe. I’m a people’s person, so I can be talkative or a good listener :) I like to consider myself as clean, tidy, respectful and organized.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Germany, Japan, United States