“All Trails Lead to Fun – Being a part of the ODS Family is truly what made my Penn State experience special. Forever grateful for this amazing family <3
Years at Shaver’s Creek: 2022–2025
Positions Held: Outdoor School
Current Company/Organization: NASA
I am currently a graduate student at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University pursuing a M.S. in space systems! I started this academic journey following my graduation from Penn State in 2025. In addition to my studies, I am working at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, as a systems engineer supporting the future of human space exploration.
Joining the ODS family was not only special, but also really transformative. Being a counselor and LGL for ODS shaped me into the leader that I am today, providing a toolbox of skills, including patience, a natural curiosity for the natural world, and kindness, that I use on a daily basis, both in my personal life and professional career.