My Dedication

First, I want to dedicate this portfolio to my mother, Connie Ennis. She was an inspirational force in my life and I would never have made it this far without her unconditional love, support and guidance. I also want to share this dedication with my father, Joseph Ennis, who has always been the rock that our family was built upon and the most influential person in my life. Thank you both for being the best, most loving and supportive parents that a person could ever hope for in this life.

Lastly, I would like to acknowledge an individual who has been a tremendous source of support and guidance for me over the recent years, Mahnaz Moallem. Her compassion, infinite patience and wisdom have helped get me through some of the worst trials and tribulations of my life and I will forever be grateful to her for that. She is an amazing role model and mentor, and without her unwavering strength and pragmatic insight, I would not be the person that I am today.