ACADEMIC JOURNEY

Educational History

Upon graduating from high school in 2012, I attended a community college between 2012 and 2014 before transferring to Florida International University to complete my bachelor's degree of arts in psychology. Immediately after my undergraduate tenure, I became immersed in several research capacities and enthused about conducting independent projects involving a wide array of psychological topics. Ultimately, my aspiration and repertoire of having gained research experience led me to join the Project on Language and Spatial Development, initially as a postbaccalaureate assisting with data entry and subsequently a graduate student. I am in my second year of the program and I expect to defend my Master's Thesis at the conclusion of 2022.

Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, Florida International University

August 2020 - December 2025 (Expected)

Conceived and developed a research identity regarding both gender and individual differences in spatial attributes and performance on spatial measurements to investigate the effects on pursuing STEM occupations.

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Florida International University

August 2014 - December 2016

Beyond satisfying required coursework with a GPA above a 3.5, extracurricular activities included joining psychology related organizations and memberships to establish unique communications with fellow psychology majors.

Associate of Arts in Psychology, Miami Dade College

August 2012 - December 2014

Fulfilled general electives consisting of psychology courses to attain the degree and allow for successful transition to a 4 year accredited university.