Jenny graduated with honors from Colby College with a Bachelor of Arts in Science, Technology, and Society (STS) and Sociology, and a minor in Women’s Studies. During her time at Colby, she was an active member of the STS Advisory Committee and completed both an honors thesis and a senior capstone project. Her thesis examined the expanding use of artificial intelligence in police body camera footage analysis, focusing on its implications for technological innovation and data ethics in law enforcement. Her capstone explored the evolution of police militarization in the United States, with an emphasis on historical context and policy development.
Throughout her undergraduate years, Jenny gained hands-on experience through internships in law, public policy, and academic research. She also worked directly with students as a teacher and academic mentor in a rural, public school, an experience that deepened her commitment to education and justice reform. Her research interests include technology in the criminal legal system, surveillance, and the social impacts of law enforcement policy. She is especially interested in how emerging tools and data systems shape both institutional practices and community outcomes.
Jenny ultimately aims to pursue a career that bridges research, policy, and technological advancement to support equitable and evidence based approaches to justice. As an avid outdoor enthusiast, Jenny is deeply committed to protecting the natural environment and enjoys hiking, backpacking and supporting wildlife conservation in her free time.