Rachel Brookes

Current undergraduate student at the University of British Columbia Okanagan with experience organizing and running STEM engagement events that promoted a welcoming and encouraging learning environment for all. Gained experience using various programming languages and databases while processing on-track data from a Formula SAE car to build a vehicle model and simulator used for driver training and vehicle development.

Lake Country Girl Guides Workshop, November 27, 2023

• Planned science demos of related topics allowing participants to make connections between different real-world phenomena
• Promoted a supportive environment while conducting experiments by encouraging involvement and curiosity from members

UBCO STEM Engagement Day, November 15, 2023 

• Organized and practiced hands-on STEM activities that aligned with the decided learning objectives
• Guided students as they tested their designs and conducted their own experiments

Math to Power Her Life, March 11, 2023 

• Broke down new mathematical concepts to a level suitable for the age bracket
• Assisted students as they built their own 3D hyperbolic structures
• Discussed real-world examples of hyperbolic geometry

• Apply prior knowledge to understand new and challenging concepts
• Motivated to learn new skills and deepen understanding of different subjects
• Ability to work independently