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Michael Arvola • Lafayette, IN
Plymouth High School; Plymouth, IN- Technology and Engineering, Project Lead the Way
Process engineer, with experience in manufacturing and mechanical engineering; member of Tau Alpha Pi, an engineering technology honor society; active in faith-based organizations, including mission trips through the Baptist Student Foundation and volunteer/committee work with the Tippecanoe Camp and Retreat Center.
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Jessica Austin • Russiaville, IN
Western High School; Russiaville, IN- Physics, Algebra
Engineer of 18 years with Delphi Corporation; looks forward to utilizing this experience to show students that “science is fun and applicable in their everyday lives.”
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Kelly Babb • Lafayette, IN
Kankakee Valley High School; Wheatfield, IN- Biology
Research associate in microbial ecology, with over 15 years’ experience in research analysis and laboratory settings; mentor and trainer to other laboratory technicians and partners; author of peer-reviewed publications including one book chapter, 16 journal papers, and seven conference papers/abstracts; volunteer for church youth groups.
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Aaron Baker • Lafayette, IN
Southmont Sr. High School; Crawfordsville, IN- Industrial Technology
Engineer of more than 10 years; current owner and office manager of Wildcat Valley Animal Clinic, Inc.; a volunteer reader/listener for elementary school children and coach for T-ball, basketball and soccer.
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Andrew Bever • Bloomington, IN
Logansport High School; Logansport, IN- Physics, ICP
Former Science Research Fellow at DePauw; involved with a variety of campus activities, including Pep Band, WGRE-FM Radio, Young Life, Relay for Life, and Physics Club (president); maintains membership in the Society of Physics Students; recently served as camp counselor for the Diabetes Youth Foundation.
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Dane Brown • Valparaiso, IN
Highland High School; Highland, IN- Earth & Space, Biology, Environmental Science
Former lab teaching assistant at Purdue University; First Tee Instructor for Junior Golfers, volunteer golf instructor for the Special Olympics, umpire for Little League Baseball, and volunteer unified basketball coach for middle school students.
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Candice Kissinger • West Lafayette, IN
Tecumseh Junior High School; Lafayette, IN- 8th Grade Science
Over 30 years’ experience in scientific research and product development; author of several peer-reviewed publications and holder of numerous patents; recently a substitute teacher and adjunct instructor/research associate for Purdue University.
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Michael Mieher • Ossian, IN
McCutcheon High School; Lafayette, IN- Physics, ICP
Former mechanical engineer with over 15 years’ experience in product design and manufacturing, consultancy, management, and sales; experience in substitute teaching and working with youth through church groups; involved, supportive parent with high school extracurriculars, including a speech and debate program and marching band.
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Nelson Pelton • Lafayette, IN
Benton Central High School; Oxford, IN- 7th Grade Science, Biology, Earth & Space
Recipient of the National Smart Grant; former Purdue laboratory assistant; four years as a guitar instructor; active member of church worship team.
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Edwin Ramos • Evansville, IN
Mathematics
Substitute teacher and study skills specialist, tutoring in mathematics, ESL, and Latin; experience as a librarian and literacy specialist for K-8 students; graduate coordinator for America Reads/America Counts, preparing and assigning undergraduate tutors to serve middle school students in math, English, and science; fluent in Latin.
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Daniel Sacre • Catlin, IL
Peru High School; Peru, IN- Chemistry, ICP, Environmental Science
Dean’s List student; Junior Achievement instructor; volunteer with Salt Fork Storm Athletic Boosters and the Children’s Museum.
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Cortnaye Smith • Stilesville, IN
Tipton Middle School; Tipton, IN- 6th Grade Science
Recipient of the Brooker Science Scholarship and the Outstanding Junior Biology Major Award, with experience as a lab assistant; volunteer with the State Science Fair, Sheltering Wings and ResCare; assistant coach and umpire for Little League baseball.
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Robin Townsend • Kokomo, IN
Marion High School; Marion, IN- Algebra, Math Lab
Engineer of more than 25 years with Delphi Electronics and Safety; church youth leader; mentor for elementary school students through Bridges Outreach.
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