Exhibitions

• "Journeys Onward" at The Salmagundi Club: Featured my painting "The Military's Shame" which delves into the experiences of military veterans, highlighting themes of service, sacrifice, and healing through artistic expression.

• "Behind the Lines" at The Citadel: Featured my painting "The Military's Shame" as the only student artist in the school's inaugural gallery, focusing on the therapeutic impact of art and its power to address complex social issues.

Citadel Fine Arts Awards

These awards were earned during my fine arts studies at The Citadel, reflecting my development and achievements across various artistic disciplines.

• James Glass Cooley Art Prize, Honorable Mention in Wildlife Drawing (“Cycle of Change” - December 2023)

• CWO-2 Michael D. Fay Award for Outstanding Reportage Art (“The Military’s Shame” - December 2022)

• James Glass Cooley Art Prize for Excellence in Drawing (“Gentle Gaze” - December 2021)

• James Glass Cooley Art Prize for Art Appreciation (“Waves of Myself” - April 2021)

• James Glass Cooley Art Prize for Painting ("Golden Watcher" - December 2019)

Pinnacle Awards

• Best Portrait 3rd Place Division III (“The Military’s Shame” - November 2023): Awarded by the College Media Association's Pinnacle Awards, recognizing the best in college media across print, broadcast, and online outlets. This prestigious recognition celebrates top-tier student work produced during the academic year.

Gold Star Journal Achievements

These awards and recognitions celebrate my contributions to the Gold Star Journal through both written and visual art, highlighting the impact of my work within academic and professional circles.

• The Boyd Family Distinction Award ("Psilocybin and PTSD" - April 2024)

• The Fine Arts Illustration Award (“Cycles of Change” - April 2024)

• The People's Choice Award ("Psilocybin and PTSD" - April 2024)

• Most Creative Artwork Award (“The Military’s Shame” - April 2023)

• Certificates of Publication:

  1. For Nonfiction Paper ("Psilocybin and PTSD" - April 2024)

  2. For Artwork (“Cycles of Change” - April 2024)

  3. For Artwork (“The Military’s Shame” - April 2023)

Academic Achievements and Publications

This section highlights my academic contributions, showcasing my involvement in academic events and my published research work.

• Student Excellence Day Participant (“Gentle Gaze” - 2022, “Cycles of Change” - 2024): Participated in The Citadel's Student Excellence Day, showcasing academic and artistic achievements, and engaging with the broader student and academic community.

• Published Author in the 2024 Edition of The Gold Star Journal (April 2024):

  • Research paper: "Psilocybin and PTSD" – Explored the efficacy of psilocybin-assisted therapy as an alternative treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in veterans, examining therapeutic benefits, dosages, ethical considerations, and the need for further research.