CAMPUS FEATURE
A Well-Rounded Future Abigail Valley (’24) exemplifies the Eagle spirit by turning her many passions into action. Being a student-athlete in cross country and track & field requires a strong commitment each season, so she admits she’s “always busy.” The Civil Engineering major skillfully balances rigorous academics, is an active member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) student chapter, holds jobs on and off campus and even leveraged summer break to get involved in research. Led by faculty advisor Dr. Marwa El-Sayed, assistant professor of Civil Engineering, a team of students monitored ozone concentrations, a criteria pollutant, in the atmosphere across the U.S. to see how it’s changed over the last six years. It was an opportunity for Valley to apply her math skills and connect with faculty outside the classroom. “Working along with (faculty) reminds you that your professors aren’t just professors — it’s nice to get to know them on a different level.” This research experience will look great on Valley’s resume, and her excitement to continue exploring environmental research will serve as motivation for future success.
HUNTING FOR THE DATA
Area-I Altius-600 Uncrewed Aircraft System Scientists at NOAA’s Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory deployed an Area-I Altius-600 Uncrewed Aircraft System into a hurricane while onboard a NOAA WP-3D Orion Hurricane Hunter aircraft N42RF, nicknamed “Kermit.”
Image Courtesey of NOAA
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