Age: Xennial. Birthplace: Illinois. Profession: Archaeologist, scholar, professor. Alma mater: Bryn Mawr College; Vanderbilt University. Languages spoken: English, Spanish, Quechua.
Current project: Curating an exhibit at the Cuzco Catacombs in Peru. Latest accomplishment: Successful research proposal to acquire cutting-edge analytic equipment. Hobbies: Cooking, arts and crafts. Recent travel or adventure: Colonia, Uruguay. Last book read: The Art of War, by Sun Tzu.
Personality profile: Inquisitive, thoughtful, resilient. What one word would your closest friend use to describe you? Good-natured. What is your greatest joy? Coming home to a happy dog. What occupation, other than your own, do you most admire? Firefighters. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Buying houseplants and trying to keep them alive. What is at the top of your bucket list? Visiting Portugal. What is your go-to workout? HIIT and strength training.
What was your first paying job? Starbucks Barista. What was your favorite college course? Human Osteology. What book have you repeatedly read? Meditations, by Marcus Aurelius. What movie have you repeatedly watched? Raiders of the Lost Ark. Besides your parents, who has had the greatest influence on your life? My sister.
What message do you want to send out into the world?
"You have power over your mind, but not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength."
What widely held belief do you reject? That we must interpret and judge the past based on present-day values and beliefs. What mega-trend most excites you? Skynet becoming self-aware.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? Thomas Jefferson. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? An archaeologist. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? Surrounded by people I care for and who care about me. What advice would you give your younger self? There’s a big, wonderful world out there; spend more time exploring it.
Personal motto: It’s more fulfilling to serve others than to serve yourself. Favorite quote: "The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts" (Marcus Aurelius).
