In the fall of 2022, I enrolled as a Radio-Television-Film major and as part of the Moody Honors Program.  Beginning in my freshman year, I wrote, directed, and produced my own films while simultaneously working as a producer for other student filmmakers. Some of my favorite projects have been the MFA graduate students’ thesis films. These projects pushed me to master a number of new skills both technical and soft. As a sophomore, in addition to embracing my artistic creativity, I recognized my desire for additional academic outlets by formally declaring a second major in Sociology at UT’s College of Liberal Arts. Not only have I been able to explore the interrelationship of individuals and society from a variety of lenses in the classroom. I also served as a Teaching Assistant for “Sociology of Love and Transformation of Relationships.” In my role as a TA, I both participated in the classroom and identified areas where students struggled in order to devise strategies for success. As a junior, I am balancing a course load that includes both film and sociology courses. I tap into my knowledge of theatre and film to formulate sociological theories and my understanding of human nature and interaction enriches my filmmaking.  Throughout my time at UT, I have learned to place a high value on collaboration and observation coupled with active listening to learn from everyone around me whether a recognized expert or wide eyed novice. My creative background and intense intellectual curiosity have allowed me to visualize and adopt unorthodox solutions. These are just some of the skills that I bring with me to each workplace, classroom or set.