SaSa Class of 2022

Annalyse Belton

What is your existing significant and university?My name is Annalyse Belton and I am a 2nd-year Biology significant at Coppin State University.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I used to SaSa to acquire more experience in the clinical field and construct on my fundamental understanding.

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?Over this summer season I want to get hands-on experience in ingenious research study. I likewise wish to team up with peers, graduates, and other personnel to establish abilities in team effort and interaction.

What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?My 3 preferred features of myself would need to be my durability, the capability to provide point of view in scenarios, and my uplifting character.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?Somebody that I appreciate is my mom. Among the most essential messages she has actually informed me is to constantly have a curious mind. To constantly broaden my understanding and research study concerns that I have on my own. She is a strong, informed female in my life who has actually formed me into the lady I am today.

Shanell Bush

What is your present significant and university?I am presently finishing my 2nd year of my bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering at Hampton University.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I chose to use to SASA due to the fact that this chance will give me the possibility to engage with expert NASA engineers and researchers through interdisciplinary research study in earth and geological sciences, and supply a networking chance for more internships comparable to this one.

What would you like to achieve over the summer season?Over the summer season I wish to have actually advanced my understanding of geological science and abilities on speculative instrumentation to enable me to master developing and performing experiments while dealing with a group of future researchers and engineers.

What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?My preferred characteristics about myself are my amusing character, issue resolving abilities, and decision.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?Somebody I appreciate would be Vice President Kamala Harris. I appreciate her generally due to her success as a black lady in American politics. Historically Black Colleges and Universities, likewise called HBCUs, are ignored by Ivy league colleges, they are stigmatized. And yet, HBCUs produce the most effective and smart individuals into society today. VP Harris participated in Howard University in Washington D.C, likewise an HBCU, and has an effective political profession in a white-male controlled field of occupation. Throughout all battles and doubts, she ended up being the very first VP girl of power in American history. I connect to her story since I am likewise participating in an HBCU and I’m preparing a profession in a white-male controlled field. Stories comparable to VP Harris inspires me to keep pressing through all chances; you never ever understand what you can be unless you think in yourself.

Muyang Chunga

What is your present significant and university?I am Muyang Chunga, a Biology significant with a Pre-PA concentration at Coppin State University.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I used to SaSa as I am presently among the lead scientists of my undergraduate university’s Laboratory of Environmental Containments, which has actually caused extensive interests in the specialized of ecological sciences. This chance will offer first-hand experience in a location of research study I am thinking about pursuing.

What would you like to achieve over the summer season?Over the period of the summer season I wish to strengthen my academic research studies in the location of ecological sciences, in addition to establish the abilities required to effectively finish my research studies, construct connections, and mentorship that I can bring for the rest of my journey.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?3 things I can deeply appreciate about myself are: my empathy, my enthusiasm for understanding, and my capability to keep myself grounded when challenging scenarios occur.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?Somebody I hold deep adoration for is my mommy. From Cameroon, to where I am now, she has actually constantly been my primary advocate and the very best good example. From duplicating her bachelor’s education to be able to continue her education after relocating to the United States– while looking after young kids– to now having a high paying task with the federal government that was not in her initial discipline. My mother revealed me a sliver of what I might accomplish and how to arrive. She is worthy of all my appreciation and more.

Neima Dedefo

What is your existing significant and university?My significant is Aviation Science at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I take pleasure in discovering brand-new things by getting hands-on experience and engaging with others. SaSa was a fantastic alternative for me since it supplies involvement in essential lectures in Earth, Atmospheric, and Airborne Sciences in addition to appealing and hands-on research study chances. I was likewise drawn to this program due to the fact that it consists of flying on-board a NASA research study airplane.

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?I wish to find out and work together with other trainees along with teachers and coaches. I intend to make long-lasting connections and network with similar individuals.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?3 things I appreciate about myself needs to be my peace, strength, and compassion.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?The individual I appreciate most is my father. I appreciate his work principles, effort, and commitment to every part of his life. He has actually passed lots of difficulties in his life to get to where he is today. Hearing his youth story makes me think that effort goes a long method.

Isaiah Dornelus

What is your existing significant and university?My significant is Industrial Engineering and I go to Morgan State University.
What made you choose to use to SaSa?I used to SaSa since I wished to attempt something brand-new. I take pleasure in utilizing various type of devices, so belonging to SaSa is a chance to see what devices NASA engineers utilize daily.
What would you like to achieve over the summer season?I wish to discover something I can see myself performing in the future. I likewise wish to satisfy brand-new individuals from NASA and other universities.
What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?I take pleasure in opportunites to utilize diffferent equipment/tools such as woodworking. When I work onsomething, I remain arranged since it’s simpler to discover what I require. I find out things extremely rapidly.
Who is somebody you appreciate and why?Somebody I appreciate is George Washington Carver. He was born into slavery around Civil War. His dad passed away in a mishap before he was born. He lost both his mom and sibling to servant raiders. Carver was likewise to frail to operate in the fields. In spite of all this, he ended up being the very first African-American with a Bachelor of Science degree and developed numerous farming items.

Eric Ekey

What is your existing significant and university?I am an increasing sophomore pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering at University of Maryland: Baltimore County.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I found out about the SaSa chance through among my university teachers. I chose to use due to the fact that climatic and earth science is a discipline I have not looked much into. I see this as a special opportunity to expose myself to the field and to check out brand-new possibilities for what to do with my degree in the future.

What would you like to achieve over the summer season?This summertime, I wish to be familiar with a great deal of special individuals in our SaSa friend. I want to invest this summertime making significant connections with my peers and with the coaches and scientists I will deal with. I ‘d likewise like to learn more about the sort of work aligning myself with NASA in the future would require. I’m looking forward to working on a research study job for the very first time.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?My preferred aspects of myself are my craftiness, funny bone, and calm character. Those 3 qualities frequently get me efficiently through predicaments.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?Among individuals I appreciate most is my daddy. He isn’t with us any longer, I can constantly look around and see the fruits of his lots of years of difficult work to get through a truly challenging life. I appreciate all he has actually provided for me and the effect he had on lots of other individuals, and I desire resemble him because element.

Trisha Joy Utulo Francisco

What is your present significant and university?I am learning Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I chose to use to SaSa since it is a fantastic chance to immerse myself in the research study world. I get to find out how engineering and the geoscience neighborhoods connect with another. The chance to deal with instruments, like satellites and catastrophe tracking is interesting for me, due to the fact that I get hands-on experience. I likewise liked that SaSa provides mentorship, due to the fact that having assistance and knowledge of a coach is important. I would be fortunate to have that as I’m taking my very first actions in forming my engineering profession.

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?Over the summertime, I wish to discover how the Direct Broadcast System works and discover how to examine and analyze the information from these instruments. I wish to acquire understanding of the research study SaSa is doing and have the ability to provide it in such a way that delights others.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?My 3 preferred aspects of myself are my optimism, my gratitude of the relationships I form with others, and my inspiration– which comes from my interest for the future. I like wondering and positive since it motivates me to check out outdoors my convenience zone and grow as an individual. I likewise take pleasure in fulfilling individuals due to the fact that relationships produces a course to get a brand-new viewpoint of the world.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?I appreciate my moms and dads since they have actually compromised a lot simply to offer me the chance to go to college. They taught me the worth of education and how I can utilize it to browse my method through the world. I appreciate my moms and dads due to the fact that in spite of the battles we have actually dealt with, they stay positive for our future and have actually revealed me that failures and has a hard time serve as a driver for a fantastic story.

Michelle García

What is your existing significant and university?I am a 2nd year trainee at UC Davis as an Environmental Science and Management significant and a Spanish small.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I have actually constantly had a fascination with NASA and area expedition. As far back as I remember my papa and I would constantly view Carl Sagan’s Cosmos together. An objective of mine is to work for NASA ultimately. When I saw the SaSa program I understood I needed to use. As more of my interests have actually moved to the world of environmentalism, I am very thrilled to be gathering and evaluating measurements aboard the airplane concerning environment information.

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?Through this program I want to acquaint myself with the sophisticated innovation utilized to perform Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric research study. In addition I wish to acquire a deep understanding of the research study procedure and am delighted at the chance to produce and investigate a topic of my own picking.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?My 3 preferred features of myself are that I get along, dedicated, and curious.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?I appreciate my moms and dads as they are extremely dedicated, encouraging and caring. They have actually taught me to challenge myself and are constantly there for me.

David Goba

What is your existing significant and university?I am a Mechanical Engineering Major at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I chose to use to SaSa since of how it stuck out from other programs with their concentrate on hands-on research study and private mentorship.

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?This summer season I wish to discover abilities that will prepare me for graduate research study and what a profession as a research study engineer requires.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?My 3 preferred features of myself are that I am a quick student, I gain from my errors, and when I have an objective I am devoted to accomplishing it.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?A single person I appreciate is my abuela since she thought in the power of education and she compromised a lot so that I can have the chances that I have today.

Jonathan Hale

What is your present significant and university?I am presently double learning Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at the University of California, Davis.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I chose to use to SaSa since I was interested by the remarkable chances that the program used, such as dealing with NASA researchers and teachers from prominent universities. The research study element drew me in also due to the fact that I have actually been wishing to get my hands on a research study task and gain understanding on what it’s like. SaSa’s objective to increase the variety of STEM graduates from underrepresented backgrounds is likewise what acquired my attention to the program, as I too think that there is a requirement for a varied group of individuals in the STEM field.

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?Over the summertime, I wish to make brand-new connections with professors/researchers and my peers that will be working together with me. Everybody will be originating from various backgrounds and has their own locations of interest, which would produce a fun time learning more about everybody. Another thing I ‘d like to achieve exists my research study to a group of individuals. This is something I have actually never ever done and I am eagerly anticipating the procedure of producing my discussions. I ‘d likewise like to check out some of the cities on the East Coast that we will be taking a trip to and see all that they have to use.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?My 3 preferred features of myself are my sense of humor, my determination to assist others, and my capability to interact well with others. I like to laugh a lot and having a common sense of humor can lighten up anybody’s day up, as laughter is infectious. I likewise like to assist others. There are times when I require aid, and there is constantly somebody for me. Why not return the favor? Assisting somebody even simply one time may simply alter their life permanently. Carrying on to interacting, laughter and assisting can’t be done without interaction. Interaction is important to daily life. Without it, absolutely nothing will get done. By interacting well, I can make individuals laugh, assist them, and even request aid myself.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?Somebody who I appreciate would need to be Tanya Whitlow. I appreciate her since she offered me the finest guidance that I will always remember. Her recommendations was to “find out how to find out”. I heard this throughout my very first year of college. Tanya was the Program Director for a UC Davis program called Leadership in Engineering Advancement, Diversity and Retention (LEADR). She was a coach of mine and was constantly preparing me for what is to come as an engineering trainee. Tanya passed away previously this year due to cancer. Tanya is gone, her tradition will not be forgotten. I will continue to utilize her suggestions all throughout college and in life.

Daniel Harrison

What is your existing significant and university?I am presently at Morgan State University, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a small in French. At the same time, I’m likewise pursuing a Private Pilot License at Middle River Flight.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I was searching for chances that will benefit my future and chances carefully associated to my enthusiasms– engineering and air travel. Dealing with NASA, no matter the position, is unquestionably a dream for lots of, myself consisted of. I might not let this chance pass. My profession objective is to be both electrical engineer and an expert pilot. Using to this internship puts me one action more detailed to attaining this objective. I have actually typically heard the expression: “Do something today that your future self will thank you for.” I can unquestionably imagine a future in which I will thank myself for using to this internship.

What would you like to achieve over the summer season?Throughout this program I intend to establish the essential abilities, understanding, and experiences that will assist in my success as an electrical engineer and an expert pilot. Engineering is an ability that needs time and perseverance to master. Engaging in activities which revolves around the expert advancement of trainees, as well as focusing on NASA particular abilities, is the finest method to guarantee that I am getting the finest training to prepare me to work with NASA in the future as an engineer.

What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?My 3 preferred features of myself are: my decision to attain my objectives; my interest, as I constantly look for to discover brand-new things and broaden my horizon; and my aspiration.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?The apple does not fall too far from the tree. I owe all my achievements to my moms and dads, the attributes that specify me the most I acquired from them. I would not be where I am today if it wasn’t for the sacrifices of my moms and dads, I have undying love and affection for them.

Vanessa Hua

What is your present significant and university?I am presently an Environmental Sciences significant at the University of California, Riverside. I intend to state a concentration in Atmospheric Sciences in my 3rd year of university.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I chose to use to SaSa due to the fact that I had an interest in carrying out field research study in the geosciences and learning more about whatever it involves. As a hopeful ecological researcher, my objective is to acquire as much technical experience as possible as I get ready for graduate research studies and, ideally, reducing ecological concerns as a whole.

What would you like to achieve over the summer season?I wish to deal with a research study job that I will take pride in and check out the various elements of earth/atmospheric/oceanic sciences in depth. I likewise anticipate forming important connections with my peers and coaches throughout my journey at SaSa.

What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?My 3 preferred aspects of myself are: my interest for comprehending deep space we reside in, my attention to information, and my determination to take effort.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?My moms and dads are individuals who I considerably appreciate. In spite of having actually immigrated to the United States throughout times of difficulty, they were both able to achieve lots of amazing things throughout their lives. They have actually revealed me absolutely nothing however strength and have actually influenced me to reach higher heights in all elements of my life.

Kailyn Hyman

What is your present significant and university?Air Travel Management from Hampton University.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I like anything ecological, and I wish to take a trip and be around similar people.

What would you like to achieve over the summer season?I wish to establish expert abilities such as public speaking and research study abilities.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?My 3 preferred features of me are my character, hair, and food options.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?My mama due to the fact that she is working full-time and getting her doctorates at the very same time.

Tochi Iwuji

What is your existing significant and university?I am a biology significant at Coppin State University.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I’m utilized to operating in laboratories so information collection is absolutely nothing brand-new to me. I wished to get out of my convenience zone more. NASA looked like an intriguing chance to see if I might establish a brand-new enthusiasm for something I had actually never ever attempted before. Getting to fly on a NASA airplane is a substantial plus!

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?Aside from this internship, I wish to achieve relaxation. Working non-stop in school, even on the weekends, is difficult. I would value a break. I wish to see if I can begin discovering indication language once again.
What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?I like that despite the fact that I put things off sometimes I still never ever stop working to get my work done by due dates. I likewise like that I can take a look at things optimistically. I like that I value my sleep.
Who is somebody you appreciate and why?I appreciate my moms and dads for having the ability to pertain to a foreign nation and make their own lives. I can not think of doing what they did at my age.

Mya Johnson

What is your existing significant and university?I am a sophomore learning Aerospace Engineering at The University of Maryland Eastern Shore.
What made you choose to use to SaSa?I’ve chosen to use to SaSa due to the fact that I thought it would be an excellent chance to get more direct exposure to the field of engineering. Plus, this is my very first time looking for an internship.
What would you like to achieve over the summer season?I wish to acquire understanding in the engineering field and I wish to achieve individual objectives for myself, such as getting an automobile.
What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?My 3 preferred features of myself are I am caring, I ensure that everybody else around me is all right; my determination, I attempt to figure things out even if I get disappointed I never ever quit; finally, my interest towards things I do. I think I am a perfectionist which I am all right with due to the fact that I like to do the very best that I can. I like discovering brand-new things.
Who is somebody you appreciate and why?My mother is somebody who I appreciate a lot since she is a tough employee. I experienced her raise my brother or sisters and myself as a single mom for a couple of years. All of us are ending up being effective as we continue our lives. She raised us well and taught us to like one another, as she didn’t mature with any brother or sisters.

Daniel Khan

What is your present significant and university?University of California-Riverside in Statistics.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I used to SaSa to construct a portfolio that will ideally land me into a fully-funded graduate program. I desire enter into the NASA Pathways Program and hope this program will assist me in pursuit of a profession at NASA.

What would you like to achieve over the summer season?My home town San Bernardino, in California, has a great deal of contamination. I wonder about aerosol particles. I am not exactly sure of what I’ll be dealing with this summer season, however I wish to broaden my understanding in this field.

What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?3 qualities I like about myself are: my interest in assisting others discover significance, imagination in creating options, and my love for felines!

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?The individual who I appreciate the most is my mom. After high school I went directly to operate in my household’s dining establishment. After a while I ended up being unpleasant, having no leisure time for myself. I wished to quit on school and devote more time at the store, however my mom thought in me and motivated me to pursue something higher.

Camila Hernández Pedraza

What is your present significant and university?My present significant is Natural Sciences with a Concentration in Biology at the University of Puerto Rico Cayey Campus.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I have actually constantly had an interest in taking part in all possible internships connected to clinical expedition to get understanding and scholastic and expert preparation. It will assist me obtain brand-new abilities and competence in regards to research study work. In addition, it will offer education and experiences that I will bring with me both expertly and personally. My mentioned objectives require much experience; for that reason, preferably before pursuing a master’s degree and Ph.D. in science is for me to get previous research study understanding. I do not question that this chance will open doors to attain what I have actually wished for.

What would you like to achieve over the summer season?What I want to achieve over the summer season is to get various abilities and capabilities with clinical instrumentation, information analysis, interaction, and team effort. To link, carry out and work with what I have actually discovered formerly, putting into practice what I have actually studied and getting a more total knowing. This would be a terrific possibility to broaden my interest and examine NASA’s profession chances for my future as an expert.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?Consistent, Hard-Working, and Empathic.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?I appreciate Marcos Gabriel Berríos, a 37-year-old Puerto Rican picked as one of 10 astronaut prospects to deal with future objectives in area. It is an honor to have a Puerto Rican representing the Latinos and showing that determination and effort can satisfying every dream. Gabriel is a coach and good example for anybody who has actually imagined making it to NASA, as I do. He shows that perseverance is the crucial to success.

Sophia Ramirez

What is your present significant and university?I am presently a Biology significant at Cal State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?The terrific Science Educational Enhancement Services at Cal Poly Pomona notified me of the SaSa program. After discovering more about it, I understood a program like this that concentrated on young researchers from minority neighborhoods was best for me and I might not let the chance pass me by. The concept of investing the summertime establishing myself as a scientist next to trainees like myself and experts that I desire resemble fascinated me. Immersing myself in a hands-on research study experience is precisely what I require after my very first year of college.

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?Over the summertime I want to discover more about myself and my capabilities, establish lasting connections with those I satisfy through this program, and end up being a more positive researcher. I think through the experience that this program will provide me I will discover more about what I wish to devote my profession to and how to pursue it with confidence.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?My 3 preferred features of myself are my desire to think about originalities, my interest towards finding out given that I was young, and my imagination that I constantly search for a method to communicate.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?I appreciate both of my moms and dads exceptionally. They are difficult employees that have actually dealt with and gotten rid of all of the barriers that life has actually put in their method. Developing a life in a foreign nation at a young age is very tough however they had the ability to do so effectively and offer me with a comfy and caring life. They teach me to look for chances and to not let any obstacles be completion of my story. My moms and dads influence me to dream and to work to make those dreams become a reality.

Stephanie Marie Ortiz Rosario

What is your existing significant and university?I am a second-year Theoretical Physics significant from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez.
What made you choose to use to SaSa?What very first captured my attention to use to SaSa was the unique chance to fly onboard of a NASA airplane to gather climatic measurements. Air travel interests me too, and the capability to integrate it with Meteorology is not a chance that is tended to be provided, particularly to undergrads. My choice was declared when I discovered that I would get lectures on subjects such as information analysis, climatic characteristics, and clinical interaction. Those are subjects that throughout the very first 2 years of college are not highlighted in depth yet, however I aspire to discover as early as I can in my expert profession, as it will offer me the self-confidence to prosper in the program. My choice continued understanding about the dedication of SaSa to support and coach trainees while welcoming variety, which is extremely essential to me as a Latina.
What would you like to achieve over the summer season?This summer season is everything about getting out of my convenience zone. I wish to use all that I have actually discovered throughout the lectures into a task that I can be pleased with, produce significant connections with my coaches and peers, and interact the science I have actually found out to my neighborhood. I understand that all the experiences that I will get throughout SaSa will even more add to my interest and inspiration to continue looking for chances in the research study field, and, ultimately, to use to graduate school.
What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?A few of my preferred aspects of myself are that I live individually, and enjoy my own business; that I aim to grow daily as an individual and trainee, regardless of all the psychological obstacles I might experience; and, that I am figured out to continue working towards my goals and dreams, among them being to end up being an Atmospheric Scientist.
Who is somebody you appreciate and why?Somebody who I appreciate is Ada Monzón. Her dedication as a meteorologist is not restricted to her on-air projections; she raises her dedication to add to the future of Puerto Rico, promoting for the significance of the education on the Island and its trainees. She leads the “EcoExploratorio, Museum of Puerto Rico”, as its creator, and continually supports Puerto Rican meteorology trainees in the AMS Local Student Chapter as a coach. Her meaning of securing lives is beyond exceptional.

Angelica Stewart

What is your present significant and university?I go to Howard University, my existing significant is Computer Science.
What made you choose to use to SaSa?Maturing, I have actually constantly looked towards the Earth’s resources to improve the life I live. The very first factor I used to SaSa is since I think that SaSa will supply me the chance to feed my desire and interest of using the Earth’s resources for clinical development. The Earth’s resources are all we have and comprehending the structure on a molecular level can even more advance clinical insights to assist the expansion of the tech world. Second, the program is a chance to grow in an useful research study environment. The SaSa program will offer useful experience to be gotten ready for PhD programs. And finally, SaSa will supply the chance to bring what I need to the table. With my continuous enthusiasm for research study and development and utilizing the Earth’s resources, I wished to belong of an environment where I can add to a cause higher than myself.
What would you like to achieve over the summer season?Over the summertime, I am eagerly anticipating acquiring hands-on research study experience, discovering more about geoscience and linking the topic to computer technology.
What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?My 3 preferred features of myself is that I am innovative, dedicated, and healthy. As a Computer Science significant, I am frequently considered more sensible. Behind that reasoning, there is a fundamental imagination that revitalizes my pursuits. “Failure will never ever surpass me if my decision to be successful is strong enough” is a quote by Og Mandino that I live by. I have a practical dedication making a favorable influence on society. My preferred feature of myself is that I am healthy. With all my ventures, I discover that I am seldom drained pipes due to the fact that there is equivalent enthusiasm and energy with all my pursuits.
Who is somebody you appreciate and why?Somebody I appreciate is Dr. Jamila Cocchiola, my high school Computer Science instructor. Dr. Cocchiola has actually achieved a lot in her life, specifically in the STEM field. She is really enthusiastic about what she carries out in Computer Science and is an extremely prodigious individual in general. Her work ethic continues to revitalize me, even when I am away at college.

Ananda Turner

What is your existing significant and university?I am presently learning Biology on the cellular/molecular track at Hampton University.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I used to SaSa since I found out about the hands-on activities and immersion around NASA specialists that might supply a well rounded experience where I might discover what it resembles to operate at NASA. In advance, I did internships that were entirely virtual where I just dealt with coding abilities. I likewise used due to the fact that I wished to branch off and study in a various field beyond Biology, which might assist me discover more about what I have an interest in.

What would you like to achieve over the summer season?By the end of the summer season I wish to enhance my shows abilities in R and discover brand-new hands-on abilities utilizing remote picking up and other environment information taping instruments. I likewise wish to develop relationships with members of the SaSa personnel, including my coach, so that we can perhaps reconnect in the future. I desire to finish a research study paper or poster that I will provide at a seminar.

What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?The 3 qualities I like the most about myself are my imagination, interest, and attention to information.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?I appreciate Paul Stamets. I have regard for the high level of interest he has for his research study in fungis. Even after years of research study and achievements he continues to think of the possibilities there are with utilizing fungis to deal with illness and recover our communities. I likewise appreciate his dedication to discovering methods of keeping natural environments healthy.

Romina Cano Velasquez

What is your existing significant and university?I am pursuing a significant in Mechanical Engineering at the Honors College at Miami Dade College.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I have an interest in the aerospace market field and I want to enter into the engineering group operating at NASA. The SaSa program appeared to be a perfect chance to approve me very first access to hands-on experiences, NASA treatments, and professionals in clinical research study. As part of an underrepresented neighborhood, I was pleased to understand about a program that would bring me closer to my objectives.

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?This summertime, I want to obtain essential understanding for my expert development as a scientist and engineer. I am likewise anticipating developing brand-new connections with my peers and coaches and getting the most out of this distinct experience.

What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?My 3 preferred aspects of myself are my interest for discovering brand-new things, my determination to continuously assist others, and my decisiveness to concentrate on services to an issue.

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?I deeply appreciate my mama. After suffering a mishap in her twenties, she had a hard time and conquered it to end up being an expert and develop a household. I have actually constantly stated that my mommy’s strength and guts made her be successful, and her valiancy and decision made her live. She is my primary good example, and she has actually motivated me to become who I am now.

Kennedi White

What is your present significant and university?I presently go to Howard University where I am a Mechanical Engineering significant and Physics, Math, and English triple small.
What made you choose to use to SaSa?I’ve constantly been captivated dealing with NASA and belonging of the driving force behind area, Earth, and climatic expedition. Coupling this with my youth history and interest in marine science, marine expedition and the relationship it has with engineering, using to SaSa ended up being the conclusion of all of my past and present interests. When I checked out it my interest in the program advanced. Using to the program was a need!
What would you like to achieve over the summer season?Over the summertime I want to construct a much better understanding of performing clinical research study in addition to finding out how to gather information and analyze it to make concrete conclusions on how the Earth is doing.
What are your 3 preferred aspects of yourself?My 3 preferred features of myself are my interest, perseverance, and humor.
Who is somebody you appreciate and why?I appreciate Dr. Modibo Kadalie since Dr. Kadalie has actually been an effective force that assisted form my view on the world and how African Americans, particularly, fit in it. The most noteworthy contribution Dr. Kadalie has actually had in my life was this lesson: regard from anybody, no matter age, is made not provided. Dr. Kadalie drove this lesson home by not needing me to describe him utilizing honorifics; in the majority of settings I described Dr. Kadalie as ‘Modibo’. Dr. Kadalie has actually regularly listened to what I needed to state, not to react, however for understanding and understanding. He has actually revealed me that affecting the more youthful generation does not need to come at the expenditure of the understanding from previous generations and for that I’ll permanently be grateful.

Kiara Wilson

What is your present significant and university?My name is Kiara Wilson and I’m a Computer Science & & Mathematics significant with a small in Biology participating in Virginia State University.

What made you choose to use to SaSa?I chose to use to the SaSa program for the experience and growth on clinical understanding. As a computer technology significant, my classes focus around shows– doing not have other sciences, specifically Earth-related. I understood this would be an excellent chance to take pleasure in an experience in a fairly unknown field.

What would you like to achieve over the summertime?Over the summer season I ‘d like to grow socially (I’m an introvert), and I would enjoy to discover some brand-new interests. I think this chance will enhance my scholastic and expert engagement abilities.

What are your 3 preferred features of yourself?I like that I’m hardworking and I’m constantly ready to handle a difficulty. I likewise take pleasure in the arts. I played 2 instruments throughout high school, and I took part in theater arts. I likewise am a loc lover and love locs in general. (I’ve had mine considering that my sophomore year of high school.)

Who is somebody you appreciate and why?While I appreciate lots of people, I appreciate my daddy one of the most. He’s extremely hard-working and he handles to hang out with myself and all of my brother or sisters. He’s likewise very kind-hearted and among the most mild individuals in my life.