Hello! My name is Vanessa Hood and I am a student at Rose-Hulman studying both Engineering Design and Mechanical Engineering. I am currently a Freshman and participate within Rose-Hulman's combat robotics, theater, and a few other smaller clubs provided on campus. 

     Before attending Rose-Hulman, I went to Bow High school. During my high school years, I participated in FIRST Tech Challenge [Team 7078] and FIRST Robotics Competition [Team 8708]. I also participated in 4-H, being a part of the STEM Ambassadors, Community Ambassadors, Dunbarton and Bow Robotics 4-H club, and Youth Leadership team. Within these clubs, I held multiple roles, including President and marketing roles. 

     Lastly, I also participated in two national 4-H Events, Ignite by 4-H [STEM] and National 4-H Congress.