Biography

My path toward studying security and resilience began during a gap year in Paris, where I watched debates about terrorism, policing, and national identity play out not just in headlines but in daily life—on trains, in classrooms, and in conversations with friends from across the city. Living there made it clear that security policies are not abstract; they shape how people feel they belong. That experience led me to study political science and peace, war, and defense at UNC Chapel Hill, where my research examines how counterterrorism measures affect public trust and democratic legitimacy. Outside the classroom, I am a coxswain and have trained with both U.S. and French national team programs, learning to make calm decisions in high-pressure environments and to lead across cultures. At Cambridge, I hope to study global risk and resilience to understand how institutions can navigate uncertainty while preserving legitimacy. I am excited to join a community committed to principled, globally minded public service.

Previous Education

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Political Science and Peace, War and Defence 2026