Dinelka Jagoda | School: University of Maryland
Credit: NIST
My name is Dinelka Jagoda, and I am a Computer Science major with an upper-level concentration in Art at the University of Maryland, College Park. This summer, I had the incredible opportunity to work within the Office of Weights and Measures (OWM) specifically for the Metric Program, which focuses on K-12 educational materials and resources related to the International System of Units (SI). Under the guidance of my research advisor, Elizabeth Benham, I delved into the world of STEM education, where I gained a profound understanding of the practical applications of SI skills in both academic and everyday contexts. My time at NIST allowed me to contribute to the development and enhancement of various educational resources. One of my significant accomplishments was creating a multi-set card game designed to help students grasp key concepts such as the SI defining constants, base units, derived units with special names, and prefixes. Additionally, I had the privilege of working on content for the Metric Sports webpage, an opportunity to familiarize the students with a diverse range of SI measurements. Furthermore, I collaborated with fellow interns to fill critical gaps in website content and had the honor of contributing to the NCSL International Workshop & Symposium by designing an informative poster about the OWM office. This internship experience was a transformative journey that expanded my skill set and ignited new passions. I discovered the joy of aiding fellow students in their educational journeys and engaging in formal design work.
Arghavan (Angie) Tehrani | School: Montgomery College
Credit: NIST
My name is Angie Tehrani and I am a student at Montgomery College studying to get my General Studies STEM associates. During my time at NIST, I worked at t ..
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