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.
Valentine’s Day Party at the Bennington Senior Center
I had so much fun visiting seniors and giving out Valentine’s Day cards at the Meals on Wheels program in Bennington, Vermont yesterday for their Valentine’s Day lunch! Homebound seniors in the program also got a Valentine’s Day card delivered with their meal.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day from Miss United States!
Delivering Valentine’s Day Gifts to the Maine Children’s Hospital
I visited patients at the Maine children’s hospital and brought science kits, craft kits, STEM/STEAM books (including Baby Loves Science board books), and scientist and artist Barbie dolls as gifts.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
Valentine’s Day with the New England Children’s Home
I worked with the New England Children’s Home to deliver science kits and books to their residents and led a Valentine’s Day craft workshop with the lower grades.
Teaching Workshops for Black Families Technology Awareness Day
I taught two STEM workshops for elementary and middle school students at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s Black Families Technology Awareness Day with Art Technically!
I was named to the Memphis 20 under 30
I’m so grateful to have been named one of Memphis’ 20 under 30! You can read the full cover story on memphisflyer.com.
STEM Workshops at Rivercrest Elementary
Are you volunteering for MLK Day? I taught STEM workshops at a Title 1 elementary school in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Visiting LEGOLAND Florida [sponsored]
I had so much fun at LEGOLAND Florida! There were lots of STEM activities, fun rides, and tons of LEGOs for building!
Happy Holidays from Miss United States
Some festive holiday photoshoots from Miss United States.
Miss United States Visit to Hawaii
Visiting Hawaii for 48 hours for National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (and of course some beach visits).
Pearl Harbor Parade Ceremonies
It was an honor to participate in the Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade ceremonies honoring our veterans and WW2 Rosies on the 81st anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.
St. Jude Memphis Marathon
I had so much fun in my hometown yesterday at the St. Jude Memphis Marathon! The race had over 20,000 runners and raised over 12 million dollars for childhood cancer treatment and research.
Indianapolis Visit
I stopped by the “Indy” sign at the Indianapolis International Airport on my trip back to New York!
An Indiana Christmas
I volunteered at the Lawrence, Indiana Christmas parade and tree lighting with Santa Claus and the Grinch!
Thanksgiving 2022
Thanksgiving celebrations in Indiana plus a Miss United States photo from Heather Strickland photography!
I wrote a Blog Post for the U.S. Department of Education about Gratitude
I guest-wrote a blog post for the U.S. Department of Education about gratitude and the need for a well-rounded education! Read it on blog.us.gov.
Fall Polaroids
When my little sister (Big Brother Big Sister) and I have our match meet-ups, we take polaroid photos with each other; here are some from this Fall!
Interview with News10 Albany
To celebrate National STEM Day, I interviewed with Albany Channel 10 about the national holiday and my work with Art Technically promoting STEM and STEAM education for underserved students.
Miss United States Court
Unveiling the official Miss United States court photos which include Miss California, Miss Montana, Miss Alabama, and Miss Mississippi.
Menands Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat
I had some fun at the Halloween Parade and Trunk or Treat in Menands, NY yesterday. I was originally booked for the event as Miss New York, but the kids of Menands got Miss United States instead!
Interview with Channel 13 Albany
I interviewed with Subrina Dhammi on NewsChannel 13 Albany about winning Miss United States and my work in promoting children’s STEM and Arts Education with Art Technically.
I won 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.
Miss New York | Miss United States Recap
I’m so grateful or my year as Miss New York US 2022, and I can’t wait for this next year, serving New York and beyond as Miss United States!