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 technologist and educator that’s worked with people from all walks of life (from kindergartners in rural New Mexico to NASA scientists in New York City), I’ve developed excellent communication skills, technical aptitude, and the ability to empathetically support and empower people from highly diverse backgrounds in science and technology, and beyond.
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 technologist and educator that’s worked with people from all walks of life (from kindergartners in rural New Mexico to NASA scientists in New York City), I’ve developed excellent communication skills, technical aptitude, and the ability to empathetically support and empower people from highly diverse backgrounds in science and technology, and beyond.
Science Storytime at the Electric City Aquarium
Today I visited the Electric City Aquarium in Scranton, Pennsylvania! I got to feed some sea creatures and read ‘Shark Lady’ during a children’s storytime.
Stargazing at the Frosty Drew Observatory and Science Center
I hosted STEM programming at the Frosty Drew Observatory and Science Center’s stargazing night in Rhode Island.
Fire Prevention with the West Sand Lake Fire Department
I celebrated Fire Prevention Week with my friends at the West Sand Lake Fire Department by visiting West Sand Lake Elementary to teach students about fire prevention.
Heather Strickland Photography in Hernando, Mississippi
I stopped by Heather Strickland Photography in Hernando, Mississippi! I’ve been working with Heather for years so I was excited to visit her studio before my reign is up next week.
A Golf Tournament Fundraiser in New Hampshire
A golf tournament fundraiser for Kurn Hattin Children’s Homes at the Keene Country Club in New Hampshire!
Crosstown Concourse in Memphis, Tennessee
A photoshoot with Hannah Claire in Memphis, Tennessee.
A Vintage Photoshoot with Heather Strickland
A vintage photoshoot with Heather Strickland in Memphis, Tennessee.
I hosted Bingo at the Children’s Minnesota Hospital
Star Studio (which broadcasts from Minnesota children’s hospitals) provides entertainment for kids across Children’s Minnesota! I got to help host a Bingo show with Sarah for Star Studio.
Powell’s Bookstore in Portland, Oregon
I visited some friends in Portland and stopped by Powell’s bookstore.
Science Storytime at the New Effington Community Center
I read Goodnight Astronaut during a STEM storytime at the New Effington Community Center in South Dakota. I even met some future astronauts there, too!
Wilmington Riverfront in Delaware
I visited the Wilmington, Delaware’s Riverfront.
I visited Dearborn Heights, Michigan
We had a library storytime scheduled, but after the main library lost power (due to storms), I ended up donating the books and doing a meet and greet at the town’s other library and city hall.
Science Storytime at the Palms-Rancho Park Library in LA
Ms. Woman United States and I stopped by the Palms-Rancho Park branch of the Los Angeles Public Library to read some space-themed books to their kiddos!
Book Donations for Idaho Library
I dropped off some STEM book donations at the Bear Lake County Library in the beautiful state of Idaho!
A trip to Savannah, Georgia
I went to Savannah, Georgia for the American Society of Plant Biologists Conference.
I visited Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia
I visited Harper’s Ferry, West Virginia with photographer Andy Jones.
A Short Trip to Chicago
I visited friends in downtown Chicago, Illinois.
A Meet and Greet at Peebles Farm and Corn Maze in Arkansas
I attended a butterfly release and meet and greet at the Peebles Farm and Corn Maze in Arkansas.
STEM Storytime at Muscle Shoals Public Library
I read Ada Twist, Scientist during a STEM storytime at the Muscle Shoals Public Library in Alabama.
STEM Workshops at Bon Lin Middle School in Tennessee
I visited Bon Lin Middle School (where I graduated from in 2013!) to talk with students about careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and host engineering workshops for three of Bon Lin’s STEM classes.
Visiting some Kentucky Wildflowers
I stopped by some wildflower fields in northern Kentucky with Hometown Photography!
American Computer & Robotics Museum and the Montana Science Center
I visited the American Computer & Robotics Museum in Bozeman, Montana, and also stopped by the Montana Science Center for a ‘Shark Lady’ storytime!
Science Storytime at the Cokeville Public Library in Wyoming
A Dinosaur Lady storytime at the Cokeville Public Library in Wyoming.
Science Storytime in Newburgh, Indiana
I visited Newburgh Elementary School in southern Indiana, where I graduated from in 2011! I read STEM books to the K-2 students and toured the school.