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BS Graduate
Engineering Plus • Environmental Engineering

Ava is an undergraduate Discovery Learning Apprentice working on the Sustainable Wash Systems (SWS) Learning Partnership, co-advised by assistant directors of the Mortensen Center in Global Engineering, Dr. Karl Linden and Dr. Amy Javernick-Will. Ava previously participated in research on biomedical drug delivery pathways for individuals with asthma at the University of ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥, ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Springs, and is eager to continue doing research through her undergraduate career. She is studying Environmental Engineering though the E+ program, and exploring a concentration in geology or global engineering. Ava is now working with the SWS team on analyzing interview and other qualitative data that will culminate in a cross-case comparison demonstrating pathways to successful preventative maintenance services in Uganda.

Ava is from the Pikes Peak area, and is on her second year of study at ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ Boulder. Outside of school, Ava is a member of the ÃÛÌÇÖ±²¥ freestyle ski team, an avid runner, biker and hiker, and a low-quality baker. She is excited to work with the SWS team this year and learn more about qualitative research and engineering opportunities with international impacts.Â