Lily K. Donaldson
I’m an advocate for STEM and Arts Education working to bridge educational gaps, especially among disadvantaged K-12 students. I’m also a driven and multidisciplinary Ph.D. student researching software and sensor systems for agricultural technology to create more resilient, equitable, and innovative food systems. As a project manager and technical educator for people of all walks of life, from kindergartners to U.S. defense industry analysts, I’ve developed excellent communication skills, technical aptitude, and the ability to empathetically support and empower others. I’m passionate about creating a more equitable society through science and education to ensure that every person’s horizons are widened and futures are brightened!
Lily K. Donaldson
I’m an advocate for STEM and Arts Education working to bridge educational gaps, especially among disadvantaged K-12 students. I’m also a driven and multidisciplinary Ph.D. student researching software and sensor systems for agricultural technology to create more resilient, equitable, and innovative food systems. As a project manager and technical educator for people of all walks of life, from kindergartners to U.S. defense industry analysts, I’ve developed excellent communication skills, technical aptitude, and the ability to empathetically support and empower others. I’m passionate about creating a more equitable society through science and education to ensure that every person’s horizons are widened and futures are brightened!
She’s Beauty and She’s Grace
She’s Miss United States
I was crowned Miss United States on October 17th, 2022 in my hometown of Memphis, Tennessee. During my year of service, I’m on a mission to promote my nonprofit Art Technically and children’s STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and Arts education across the United States.
STEM NOLA and Johnson & Johnson STEM Festival
I attended the STEM NOLA and Johnson & Johnson Health Fair and STEM Festival in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NASA Crew-7 Launch and Kennedy Space Center Tour
A sister queens night with Miss United States titleholders and Cindy Christi of Get Media Ready at Redondo Beach.
Los Angeles Trip with my Miss United States Sister Queens
A sister queens night with Miss United States titleholders and Cindy Christi of Get Media Ready at Redondo Beach.
Science Storytime at the Clark Planetarium in Salt Lake City
I read “On a Beam of Light”, a story about Albert Einstein, at the Clark Planetarium in Salt Lake City, Utah!
A Free Event at the Children’s Museum of Cleveland
A free event at the Children’s Museum of Cleveland for families living in the Central, AsiaTown, MidTown, Hough, Fairfax, St. Clair Superior, & Glenville neighborhoods surrounding the Museum.
Science Storytime (and a flight) with Airway Science for Kids
I stopped by Airway Science for Kids, a nonprofit that promotes STEAM education and aviation access for underserved youth. I read ‘Rosie Revere, Engineer’ to kids at their Open Science Saturday and took a flight with their staff!
Paleontology Storytime at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History
A paleontology story-time at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History! I read “Dinosaur Lady: The Daring Discoveries of Mary Anning, the First Paleontologist” to kids at the museum and got a special tour of exhibits and new construction!
Arapahoe County Fair in Colorado
Quilts of Valor is an organization created to “cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts.” I got to sew a quilt block and helped present two veterans with Quilts of Valor at a ceremony. After, I attended a Mutton Bustin’ event!
Visiting the Alaska Museum of Science and Nature and Alaska Botanical Garden
I held Science Storytimes at the Alaska Museum of Science and Nature and at the Alaska Botanical Garden.
Visiting the Children’s Hospital in Anchorage
I met some wonderful kids at the Children’s Hospital at Providence in Anchorage, Alaska! We read Rosie Revere, Engineer together and each kid picked out a STEM book from Art Technically to take home.
Barbie Butterfly Photoshoot
Check out this gorgeous pink butterfly gown by Aleta! Photos by Christy Portrait Reflections in Richmond, Virginia.
COLE Foundation Fundraiser
The COLE Foundation (children’s organization of lending equipment) provides adaptive equipment (such as wheelchairs, walkers, and activity chairs) to children in need. I participated in the COLE Foundation’s first annual Wheels for Freedom motorcycle ride and fundraiser in Prescott, Wisconsin.
My Twin Sister Graduated from EOD School
My twin sister just graduated from Explosives and Ordinance (EOD) school where she trained to diffuse and dispose of bombs!
Vegas Trip
I visited the Venetian and Imaginarium in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Walking for Breast Cancer Awareness with the Perfectly Pink Project
I participated in a virtual fashion show with the Perfectly Pink Project to raise awareness for breast cancer.
Happy Fourth of July from Miss United States
Happy Fourth of July from Miss United States! Patriotic photos by Portrait Reflections in Richmond, Virginia.
Myrtle Beach International Culture Festival
Miss South Carolina US and I hosted a STEM table at the Myrtle Beach International Culture Festival! We signed autograph cards and handed out STEM prizes to kids attending the festival.
Turtle Talk with the Sunset Beach Turtle Watch
t the Sunset Beach Turtle Watch Sunday Turtle Talk, Miss South Carolina United States and I talked with community members, signed autograph cards, and handed out turtle goodies to kids! I also read “I’II Follow The Moon” which donates proceeds to sea turtle conservation nonprofits.
Storytime at Love County Library in Southern Oklahoma
I visited the Love County Library in Southern Oklahoma! We read “Luna Muna”, a story about a little girl that goes to space.
Visiting the Kindred Spirit Mailbox in Sunset Beach
I had the incredible opportunity to hike Sunset Beach with the passionate team from the Sunset Beach Turtle Watch.
Visiting Omaha, Nebraska
I visited Omaha, Nebraska during my midwest library tour.
Storytime at the Hamburg Public Library in Iowa
Big thanks to the Hamburg Public Library in Iowa for hosting a STEM Storytime with me! I read “How to Code a Sandcastle” and gave out science goodies including mini kinetic sand buckets!
Storytime at the Lordsburg-Hildago Library in New Mexico
I had the honor of visiting the Lordsburg-Hildago library in New Mexico to host a STEM storytime! I read “An Astronaut with a Song for the Stars” about Ellen Ochoa, the first Latina astronaut and former director of Johnson Space Center.
Pretty in Pink with Portrait Reflections
Some pics from my photoshoot with Christy at Portrait Reflections in Richmond, Virginia.