Aavi Newton

Berkeley,,CA

Summary

Aspiring aerospace engineer with strong skills in collaboration and critical thinking. Experience in basic aerospace principles, such as aerodynamics, propulsion, and mechanics. Always brings a positive attitude, motivation to learn, a deep fascination, and excitement, for space exploration.

Overview

2027

years of professional experience

Work History

Harvard & MIT - EdX

Online

"Introduction to Aeronautical Engineering" by DelftX (Delft University of Technology)

- The course covers information about the structure of aviation, the principles of aerodynamics, and the mechanics of flight.

"The Conquest of Space: Space Exploration and Rocket Science" by UC3Mx (Universidad Carlos III de Madrid)

-This course teaches how to solve basic technical and engineering problems of space travel, rocket propulsion, space systems.

Housing Hands Co-President

Richmond, CA

Housing Hands is a school club dedicated to building housing for homeless people in the Richmond Bay Area.
We partner with Tiny Village Spirit, which supplies the materials needed to build these homes.
Currently working on a project to double the number of dedicated emergency housing units. These units serve young people ages 18–24 in Richmond, CA.

Lifeguard

University Of California, Berkeley

03.2025 - Current

Worked as a lifeguard over the summer and current school year
Helped manage summer camps, college activities, and recreational swim time
Learned leadership and collaborative skills during training and real scenarios

Education

High School Diploma -

Berkeley High School

Berkeley

2027

Skills

Varsity Water Polo Athlete and Club Player: Playing since 2023 (freshman year) until now Several awards, such as:

- Most Improved Player (2024)

- Most Valuable Offensive Player (2025)
- WACC First Team Honorable Mention

Future Goals

Major in Aerospace Engineering
Minor in applied mathematics and/or physics
Gain L1 (or higher) Rocketry Certification from the National Association of Rocketry (NAR)