My life outside of school
During the year after graduating from Colgate University and before starting the Ph.D. program at Georgia Tech, aside from applying to graduate school, I worked in the technology industry, in academics, and in the service industry (not necessarily at the same time). At this point, it is safe to say that I have found a home in the academic community.
I am a golf junkie (time and budget permitting) and watch football as much as I can. I grew up a NY Giants fan and this past year's super bowl win was probably the highlight of my fandom! Unfortunately, I have been forced to adopt the Atlanta Falcons due to annoying TV contracts that frequently prevent the Giants from being televised in Atlanta. I also enjoy cooking and helped to co-found the Tech Chefs, a group of graduate students and friends who get together once a month at various culinary themed events. Past events have included gourmet pizza night, British food, and a wine tasting.
Somehow, in all of my free time, I have managed to become a daddy to two adorable Shiba Inu puppies named Lucy and Joey (pictured on the left). I love them to death despite their tendencies for mischief and willful disobedience, but I wouldn't expect much less from a Shiba. You can learn a bit more about the breed here. Motivated by my love for my dogs, I have also begun to volunteer for a few hours one or two days a week at a local animal shelter. It is both heart wrenching and extremely rewarding.
