Academic and Research Experience

University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, May 2007 - Present
Aided in running test on rebar, and data analysis. Designed testing regimes and built hardware to run on tests.

Beijing, Xi'an, and Yichang, China, Summer 2006
Gained an international perspective on engineering while attending engineering lectures and Chinese Universities. Experienced and visited automobile manufacturing plants.

Work Experience

L.D. Bradley Land Surveyors
Aided in the creation of a database including digitized survey maps as well as linked photographed images in real space format.

Memberships and Activities

The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Sigma Alpha Lambda secretary
Golden Key International Honor Society
Tau Beta Pi
Engineers Without Borders (President, co-founder 06-07, treasurer 07-08)
3rd Place Harvey Herro Award for research in Applied Corrosion Technology
National Association of Corrosion Engineers

Skills and Certifications

Knowledge of ARCGIS program
Microsoft Office
ProE

Hobbies and Interests

Reading, painting, sculpting, cooking, baking

Personal Statement

I have always wanted to work for the space industry. Growing up in northern Florida, I could see shuttle launches from my backyard. This initiated my interest in NASA and the field of mechanical engineering. I currently attend the University of South Florida where I am enrolled in a five-year program to receive my BS and MS degrees in mechanical engineering. I will graduate in approximately one year.

The NASA academy has provided a very special opportunity for me to explore the space industry and to develop the skills needed to really become a leader in the engineering field. I plan to take full advantage of this opportunity and learn qualities that will allow me to become an integral part of the space research program.