Born and raised in Southern California, I was first introduced to New England through an educational summer program called Exploration Intermediate Program (EXPLO) as a Middle Schooler. I had the opportunity to spend 2 summers in New England (Wellesley College & Yale University) in 2010 and 2011. I fell in love with the atmosphere and knew one day I would call New England home. When I had the opportunity to apply to graduate school, Massachusetts was my first choice.

The first occupational therapist I met - thank you for the ongoing support over the past three years. Your strength amazes me every day!

My faculty mentor, my graduate advisor, and overall great professor: Thank you for your time and your guidance throughout these three years and teaching me the Power of One.

Diane - thank you for your support and knowledge you have shared throughout the past fourteen weeks. It's been such a special experience to hear directly from you and your research. 

Megan - thank you for assisting me throughout the DEx process to bounce ideas off and teaching me so much about partial hand prosthetic technology.  

Alyssa - Thank you for being a great DEx mate. I could not have gotten through this experience without you.