Daniel is a recent recipient of a Master of Arts in History, in addition to his Bachelor of Arts in History with a minor in Asian Studies, from California State University Fullerton graduate, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. His academic interests, including Ancient, Asian, and U.S. History, fuel his passion for research, education, and storytelling. A member of the National Honor Society for History (Phi Alpha Theta) since 2022, he is dedicated to making history both engaging and accessible.

Daniel brings a personal approach to education, having led after-school programs that use LEGO enrichment to bring historical themes to life. Through hands-on activities, he fosters creativity and curiosity, making history interactive and immersive. Outside the classroom, he has worked as a volunteer historian at the Costa Mesa Historical Society, primarily focussing on archival work.

When he’s not researching or teaching, Daniel enjoys disc golf, numismatics, and mapping his family ancestry.