If you never try, you’ll never know what you are capable of.

Athena TAM

What do you do at MSA? I’m currently a design assistant who helps my teammates in the production of construction documents, picking finishes, procuring samples, etc.

How long have you been working at MSA? I’ve had the honor of working at MSA for roughly 4 years – 2 years as an intern while going to school, and 2 years as a design assistant…

What is your favorite moment at MSA? I should probably say something design-related, but every now and then MSA has these cooking competitions or “Throw Downs.” There’s some friendly competition, occasional teasing, and at the end of it, one big potluck.

What does MSA mean to you? To me MSA represents a place of opportunity and learning.

What do you do on your free time? Lately I’ve been watching dance videos/tutorials.

What is your favorite or best trip? I went to South Korea back in 2015. That was the last overseas trip I made. I think another trip is due, this time in Europe!!

What or who inspires you? My family.

Netflix or Disney plus? Netflix.

Sunset or sunrise? Both.

Dog or cat? Dogs, but I’ve been seeing some cute cat videos lately.

Pen or Pencil? Pencil.

Online Shopping or Shopping in a Store? Online shopping – you can narrow down your choices easily, and you don’t have to constantly say “excuse me.”

Toasts or eggs? Eggs – there are so many ways you can prepare them.

Classical or Modern? In college, I have fond memories of walking past the music department and hearing the orchestra play classical music.