I enjoy outdoor activities and anything that connects me with nature — from scuba diving in the ocean to flying over snow-capped mountains!
Scuba Diving
I first learned to dive in a muddy lake in Wichita, KS! Since then, I’ve been fortunate to explore some of the world’s most incredible scuba destinations, including the Great Barrier Reef, the Great Blue Hole, the Cancun Cenotes, and Cozumel. Although I haven’t had as many opportunities to dive recently, I’ve been focusing more on flying!
Aviation
I grew up on Air Force bases across Iran due to my father’s career, and from a young age, I was captivated by flight. That childhood dream of becoming a pilot eventually came true! I’m now a certified flight instructor (CFI and CFII) and teach flying in my spare time. I’ve also begun to integrate aviation into my research interests.
I'm deeply grateful to the following organizations and awards that helped me earn my wings: