Graduated high school with honors, 3.9 GPA, and as a member of beta club. Participated in student council planning committee, a member of the Japanese language group, Co-founder/member of the World Music club, and tutor for Japanese exchange students.
Took part in Architecture and Engineering program, received scholarship for most promising student. Selected to participate in Japan's Friendship Ties Program, KAKEHASHI Project by Japanese International Cooperation Center (JICE). At Bluegrass Community and Technical College received Outstanding student award.