Behind the Test Tube: Q&A
Brooke Stanley—Undergraduate Student, Paradine Group
Where is home/Where did you grow up?
Home for me will always be Maryland! Although I was born in Detroit, I moved to Arizona when I was 2 years old, then to Virginia when I was 7, and finally to Maryland when I was 11!
Why did you choose chemistry as a career?
I chose chemistry because I was fascinated with the interesting history in the field when I first started in high school-- topics like radioactivity, toxicology, biowarfare, etc. really put chemistry into perspective and I wanted to learn more. It also didn't hurt that I was pretty good at it, too!
What do you like to do when not in the department?
I participate in a ton of extracurriculars: I've played viola for 9 years now, I have acted in two musicals on campus, I am captain of the Royals Dance Team, and I work at the campus Starbucks! (to be highlighted)
An inspiring book/movie/show?
The Bear! I have a lot of roots in Chicago and I personally see a lot of myself in one of the main characters: Sydney. Not only does she have the name of my late sister, but she always has an insatiable drive to achieve greatness and stick to her roots.
A holiday that rocks? Care to tell us why?
Halloween! I love the spookiness in the air, the color of the leaves, and the abundance of autumnal activities. I take it very seriously and make sure I have an amazing costume each year.
Fun fact or quote:
I have completed my minor in Russian Language and have been inducted into the Dobro Slovo Honor Society!
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