Feeling conflicted about Athena worship...

Hello! I am very new to deity work so pls be kind :)

I usually worship Kemetic gods, but I've been feeling drawn to Athena, especially because I am in grad school and on the path to be a forever student lol. I've loved Athena and her story since I was a kid, bcos tbh she's a bad bitch. I just feel conflicted slightly bcos of her involvement with Medusa. I get concerned bcos if Athena could curse Medusa, one of her most devoted priestesses, what would she do in my life? Would she punish me for things out of my control, like she did Medusa? I just feel conflicted bcos I don't understand why she would do that, especially bcos she is known for her great intellect and wisdom. Any advice on if I should change my mindset, or do some research on other deities that represent students/wisdom/intellect. Ty! :3