In addition to my research work, I’ve worked with several programs within the larger community.
Fencing
In the Champaign-Urbana community, I was an active participant in the Fencing Illini and Point Fencing Club in downtown Champaign. I fence almost exclusively epeé. I’ve also served as an instructor and assistant instructor for the youth fencing class, on again and off again since 2008.
After moving to Maryland, I have continued fencing at the BFC, and I am now a regular at the new Savage Fencing Center (https://www.savagefencingclub.com/)!
APL STEM Community
I am happy to be involved in our APL STEM community (https://www.jhuapl.edu/Education/EducationOutreach) helping mentor ASPIRE students and helping mentor in the college prep program.
Illinois Neuroengineering Community
I was very involved in our nascent Neuroengineering program at the University of Illinois, participating in the student planning committee for the first Neuroengineering Symposium at the University of Illinois in 2010-2011. Our student committee planned and executed a one-day symposium at the Beckman Institute, including a poster session, invited speakers, laboratory tours, and demonstrations.