I am on track to graduate in June 2026 with a Master of Professional Accountancy from UC Davis and will be CPA eligible at that time.
My journey to accounting has been unconventional. After earning a Bachelor’s in Health, Exercise, and Sport Sciences from the University of the Pacific, I was about to attend pharmacy school. Along the way, I discovered a passion for data analysis from my epidemiology class, which led me to pursue a second degree in Computer Science. I began pursuing accounting to bridge my interests in data and finance.
UC Davis · Master of Professional Accountancy (2025 – 2026)
VITA Advanced Tax Preparer, HP Extern, Tax Intern
Excel · SQL · Python · HTML/CSS · JS
My professor at Foothill College, Mrs. Filsun, played a pivotal role in guiding me. Beyond teaching Financial Accounting 1, she shared her CPA journey and gave valuable advice on internships and career development.
Earlier this year, I was an IRS VITA-certified volunteer tax preparer in Fremont and worked as a Tax Intern. I’m excited to continue growing in the accounting field.
I believe modern accountants need data analysis, not just bookkeeping. I see accounting as a way to problem solve where applying the right rules at the right time is essential.
As AI transforms the profession, accountants now need to understand systems, work with new tools, and think more like a product manager.
I enjoy understanding how money moves, how decisions affect businesses, and how financial information tells a story. Tax feels like the perfect fit for my interests and long-term goals.
As I continue my education, I’m focused on becoming a reliable, detail-oriented professional who can help people make better financial decisions and save money.
University of California, Davis
Master of Professional Accountancy
2025 – Present
Oregon State University
B.S. Computer Science
2023 – 2025
University of the Pacific
B.S. Health, Exercise & Sport Sciences
2018 – 2022
