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.
Celebrating the Autumn Equinox in Virginia
Celebrating the Autumn Equinox with photographer Andy Jones in Northern Virginia.
Science Storytime at the Explorium Children’s Museum
I read Ada Twist, Scientist during a science storytime at the Explorium Children’s Museum in Denton, Texas.
Science Storytime in North Dakota
I hosted a “Charlotte the Scientist” storytime at the Hankinson Library in North Dakota.
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.