Katy is a Ph.D. student in Civil and Environmental Engineering, and her recent research explores how AVs and robotaxi services are reshaping travel behavior. She earned her B.S.E. and M.S. in Urban Planning and Engineering from Yonsei University in Seoul, Korea. Outside the lab, she recharges by playing sports, going to the gym, and grabbing coffee with friends. Her advice for incoming grad students is to take things one step at a time. Graduate school can be demanding, but by approaching each task and milestone with focus and dedication, you can make the most out of every opportunity. Embrace the process, savor the small victories along the way, and let each step propel you forward on your academic path.