I am a soon-to-be high school graduate and college matriculate. (Translation: I will soon embody the broke college student trope.)

"Don't let your dreams stay dreams" is a quote that guides me as I embark to travel to new destinations. There are so many places in the world that I would like to see and explore.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Cultural diffusion leads to the growth of civilizations. Even micro-connections between one world to another helps the world go round. To expand one's sphere of influence is paramount because staying isolated is what leads to apathy.

In another sense, couchsurfing allows me to truly connect to a place, rather than just merely be an outsider.

Interests

I am first and foremost a learner. In the traditional sense, I enjoy my class work, but beyond the classroom, I aspire to learn new things and try new experiences.

• arts
• photography
• music
• outdoor activities
• science
• food
• nature

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I did genetic research on the immune system diversity of crows and their relatives!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Youthful curiosity and desire to explore, open to trying new experiences and sharing knowledge

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Canada, China, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Turks and Caicos Islands, Vatican City State, Viet Nam, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States