I am a student at Stanford University studying Developmental Economics and International Development Public Policy. I am passionate about using all of the skills I have to help those in less fortunate situations.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because I want to meet interesting people in interesting places and share my experiences and learn from others! I also view it is a great way to save some money while traveling as a student!

Interests

• music
• hiking
• camping
• sports
• biology
• ecology
• travel
• adventure
• outdoors
• research
• astrophysics

Music, Movies, and Books

Music ---- Coldplay, Logic, Jon Bellion, Chance The Rapper

Movies ---- Inception, Interstellar, Pulp Fiction

Books ---- Love Does by Bob Goff, The Lord of The Rings by JRR Tolkien, The Chronicles of Narnia by CS Lewis

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I was able to go on tour for two weeks in Guatemala as one of the lead singers of a band!

I also gave a TED talk back in 2015! A lot has changed since then but you can check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xp1j8UCY3Rg&t=98s

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach -- I would love to share with you my knowledge of Economics, Personal Finance, Investing, Financial Advice, Global Markets, Global Policy, and Politics

Learn -- I am looking to learn as much as I can about any Life Science Fields! Especially Medical Research right now!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I would love to share my extensive network with any of my hosts! If you're looking for potentially educational opportunities at top Universities such as Stanford, Harvard, and MIT, I'd be happy to connect you within my network!

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Mexico, Nicaragua, United Arab Emirates

Countries I’ve Lived In

El Salvador, Nicaragua, United States