University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
Aerospace Engineering
Bachelor of Science, 2007
NASA Academy Research Project:
Development of Improved Damage Tolerance Capabilities of the Core/Facesheet Bond in Composite Honeycomb Sandwich Structures
Principal Investigator: Alan Nettles
Academic and Research Experience
University of Kansas School of Engineering Department of Aerospace Engineering, Lawrence, Kansas, Fall 2004
I completed research of Venus Wind profiles for Dr. Trevor Sorenson, Professor of Aerospace Engineering.
Work Experience
First Step House, Lawrence, Kansas, 2002-2003
I provided childcare for women recovering from substance and alcohol abuse. This was both an emotionally draining and fulfilling experience where I got to work with kids who were dealing with difficult circumstances.
Friends of the Library Booktique, Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Topeka, Kansas, 1998 2002
This experience nurtured my love of the library and books. I was very lucky to have a high school job where the topics of discussion ranged from art, literature, and music to history, politics, and science. I worked with professionals from all types of backgrounds who were volunteering their time.
Memberships and Activities
KU satellite project, Antenna team, Nov 2002- April 2003
Delta Force, Member, Aug 2002 Present
Douthart Scholarship Hall, Resident, Jan 2003- Present
American Astronautical Society, Treasurer, Outreach Chair, Sept 2004 Present
Latin American Solidarity, Treasurer, Aug 2004 Present
Society of Women Engineers, Fundraising Chair and Activities and Mentoring Chair, Aug 2004 Present
KU El Salvador Sister Cities Delegation Sistering Committee representative, Oct 2004 - Present
Golden Key Honor Society, Member 2004
KU Western Civilization Study Abroad Program, Participant, Spring 2004.
Skills and Certifications
Computer Skills: FORTRAN, C++, Unigraphices, AeroCADD, Patran, LabVIEW
Spanish Language
Honors and Awards
University Scholars Finalist 2003
Wallace Galluzzi Volunteer of the Year Award Nomination 2004
Arthur and Helen-May Johnson Scholarship; School of Engineering scholarship 2002- Present
Joel D Grantham Scholarship; Department scholarship
Hobbies and Interests
Latin American culture, global and local politics, theatre, astronomy
Personal Statement
I am very excited to be participating in the NASA Academy at Marshall Space Flight Center. The summer of 2005 will, no doubt, be memorable and educational; working with the great professionals at MSFC will give me knowledge and experience that I can apply to the rest of my education and eventually my career. I am thankful for this opportunity.
