Born and raised in Texas, Alana moved to Washington in 2023. She attended the University of Texas at Arlington and earned her bachelor's degree in University Studies where she focused on communications, anthropology, and women and gender studies. 

Alana has been enjoying the beautiful landscape of Washington, exploring every scenic area the region has to offer. While she's not out on a typical PNW adventure, she is working towards her academic career in the legal field, with a focus on civil rights.