Katherine Shaw

• Supported preparation and coordination for large-scale agricultural research events
• Organized and maintained tech equipment used in field data collection, including GPS systems, internet hotspots, and computers
• Worked on hands-on projects involving 3D printers and equipment troubleshooting
• Assisted with servicing and transporting department vehicles used for fieldwork
• Helped move, lift, and relocate heavy machinery and equipment no longer in use or needed in new locations
• Collaborated with faculty and staff to break down outdated lab setups and streamline research operations
• Gained practical experience applying engineering tools and physical problem-solving in real-world agricultural systems
• Assisted with logistical setup and student support during an agricultural technology workshop for Southern Union State Community College, gaining exposure to event coordination and ag tech outreach

• Assisted incoming freshmen with class selection, registration, and navigating university systems
• Collaborated with the department’s lead advisor to support student transitions into the major
• Provided guidance on managing stress, academic expectations, and campus resources
• Answered questions about student life, course load, extracurricular involvement, and outside-of-school questions
• Helped create a welcoming, supportive environment for new students entering collegiate STEM fields