Hometown: Columbia, MD

Current City: Washington, DC

Why did you choose McCourt? I chose McCourt because the curriculum and course offerings aligned well with my interests and professional aspirations in environmental policy. As a dual degree student (JD/MPP), I was intrigued by the opportunity to develop a strong quantitative base at McCourt to supplement my education at the Law Center. I entered the program expecting it to be rigorous and while the courses are indeed challenging, the professors are incredibly supportive and want students to be successful.

What has been the best part of your experience so far? Now in the third year of my dual degree, I’ve experienced McCourt both virtually and in-person. Throughout the last three years, all of the McCourt staff and professors have made every effort to ensure students feel connected and have access to a range of experiential opportunities. Whether it’s been help with registering for classes as a dual degree student or going to office hours for assistance on a problem set, everyone at McCourt is responsive and supportive. Outside of my experiences in the classroom, the best part of my McCourt experience has been learning from the fantastic speakers that Georgetown hosts, from elected officials to political strategists and private sector professionals.

What internships have you had so far during your time at McCourt? After my first year I completed a summer internship with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture in their Economic Research Service; I worked on updating a series of macroeconomic baseline variables that are used in a variety of projects involving domestic and international trade in agricultural commodities. This past summer I transitioned to the private sector and interned with the Policy Resolution Group at Bracewell, LLP. There, I worked primarily on client research projects in the energy space, covered congressional hearings, and prepared memos for clients. Next summer I will be working as a summer associate at another law firm here in DC.

Student organization involvement while at McCourt? McCourt Energy and Environment Policy Group

Undergraduate University, degree, and major:  University of North Carolina Wilmington, Environmental & International Studies

Hobbies / Interests: I've been a competitive horseback rider for almost 17 years, which I continue to enjoy when time allows. Living in DC, I love finding local hiking trails, trying new restaurants, and visiting farmers' markets on the weekend.