Dese graduated from Duke University in 2024 with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and a minor in Economics.

 

Prior to completing her degree, she interned at Ernst & Young in the Supply Chain department. She also has experience as a Research Assistant at the Duke Fuqua School of Business, conducting market research on AI industry trends. Additionally, she interned at CSAA Insurance Group as a software engineer.

 

In her free time, Dese enjoys creating videography projects, exploring Japanese history and culture, gaming, reading, swimming, playing tennis, and spending time with friends and family!