Occupation: Management Information System student at the University of Nebraska Omaha
Who she is: "I’m passionate about technology and always motivated to learn more."
Q: What do you love most about your career/major?
A: I love that I can learn something new every day and enjoy what I learn.
Q: When did you become inspired to partake in tech? What was your inspiration?
A: My inspiration was my mom when she took me to the Take Your Kids to Work Day at her job. Ever since then, I’ve always enjoyed being in tech.
Q: What prepared you the best for your job/major today?
A: Being in the women in tech organizations at UNO. I’ve been given great advice that I can use in school and internships.
Q: What is the biggest obstacle you’ve been faced with, and how are/did you overcoming/overcome it?
A: My biggest obstacle was during my first semester of college. I felt very overwhelmed and kept wondering if this would be the right major for me. Attending a variety of different tech organizations on campus helped me realize how much I love tech and that I can’t give up.
Q: What non-tech skill do you find most helpful/important that’s for your career?
A: Communication. Some people may think being in tech is sitting in your cubicle and on the computer all day, but effective communication is important when wanting to get a project done.
Q: Where do you see yourself in ten years?
A: Working at a company that I love and doing work that I love.
Q: What’s your favorite coding language?
A: I actually really enjoy Java.
Q: What are some of your interests outside tech?
A: Camping, road trips, reading and writing.
Q: What are your plans for future projects?
A: Creating an app for the Random Acts Of Kindness club.
Q: What advice would you give a young person interested in tech now?
A: Find a mentor or role model. They will inspire and motivate you!
