About Me

Simply put...I'm a natural born Texan from El Paso with a passion for astronomy. I've had a love for astronomy ever since I was a kid. I remember going to the library all the time, wanting to learn about all the cool stuff out there - especially black holes. Seriously, what is cooler than a region of space with a gravity field so strong that light can't escape? Turns out this is what I research today. In addition to my interest with AGN (Active Galactic Nuclei aka supermassive black holes with infalling matter) I also like to study extrasolar planets, the habitable zone and its implications for life outside our Solar System.

A little more about myself - I come from a military family which meant a lot of moving around for me. After some time my family and I settled down in Colorado Springs, CO where I went to Liberty High School, home of the Lancers! After graduating from LHS I decided to attend the University of Wyoming to pursue my astronomy career. Over the course of my undergraduate work I've enjoyed the opportunity to partake in reserach projects and other experiences from the professors at UW. I wouldn't be where I'm at without them. After 5 years of undergraduate work I recieved a Bachelor's of Science in Astronomy and a Minor in Mathematics. Currently, I work for a professow at UW, Dr. Mike Brotherton, reducing infrared Post Starburst Quasar data (a certain type of AGN). Additionally, I'm in a transition phase, trying to decide the next step in life: graduate school or a job.

Surprisingly, it's not all work though. I find time to stay active while in Laramie, going snowboarding when it snows and running when the local temperature is above 50 F (not very often). Although Laramie tends to be a little small for me, I do enjoy the night-time views of the sky here. It still amazes me how many people haven't seen the Milky Way Galaxy. Living in a city may have its advantages and perks but you can't beat the small town view of the night sky.

Pikes Peak during the winter