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MEET THE FOUNDER
MARINA BLOOMER
Aerospace Engineer + STEM Educator
B.S. Mechanical Engineering | M.S. Aerospace Engineering | MBA
Proud Badger living in Madison, Wisconsin! During her career as an aerospace engineer launching rockets and working with astronauts, Marina has been dedicated towards creating and running Girls in STEM programs to inspire the next generation of engineers. She is determined to increase diversity in engineering and knows that exposure to engaging and inclusive STEM programs at a young age is critical.
Stellar Tech Girls brings her years of STEM programming experience and network of inspiring female engineering role models to girls in Wisconsin.
She knows that today's girls are going to bring more diversity into engineering and change the future of the industry. She cannot wait to see what they invent, how they improve the world, and the planets they explore!
Marina leads all of the in-person programming at Stellar Tech Girls, including the summer camps. So everyone at Stellar Tech Girls gets to learn from a real-life rocket scientist!
Our founder Marina Bloomer was featured on the STEMblazers Podcast (S3E2)!
Listen to learn about her career in aerospace engineering, her role as VP of Program Management at a rocket engine company, and how mentorship comes in many forms.
"Remember that the people who become aerospace engineers and astronauts did not constantly win. They did not always succeed at everything they tried, but they continued trying, and that's really how you get to that point to do something that seems so challenging and seems so impossible to achieve. You just keep trying. You pick yourself back up, and you keep working hard."
"There is so much more to engineering than just the analytical side. If you are very well rounded and have all of those different attributes, you can be a really powerful engineer and make a big difference."
"There are moments when I look around the room and I am the only woman... often. And it's not ok. So something needs to change."
MEET THE STELLAR TEAM
Now Hiring!
Summer Camp Counselor
Lead Summer Science Educator
You must be 16 years or older, love working with kids, and share a passion for diversity in STEM. We have different levels of job openings available throughout the year, so don't hesitate to reach out if you are interested. Click the button below to learn more about our open positions and apply now!
Keerthi Peddinti
Intern & Lead Mentor
Hey everyone, my name is Keerthi and I am a student at UW Madison (Go Badgers!) majoring in Computer Science. Outside of school, I love to paint, travel, hang out with friends, and watch TV shows. I joined Stellar Tech to share my passion about STEM with young girls and underrepresented minorities and help them love engineering and science!
Kylie Peterson
Summer Camp Counselor
Hi! I’m Kylie, a Biomedical Engineering graduate from Arizona State University. I love hiking, swimming, and reading. I’m excited to join Stellar Tech Girls to help inspire future engineers and share my passion for STEM!
Maya Bowker
Summer Camp Counselor
Hello! My name is Maya, I'm a student at Beloit College and am majoring in Biochemistry and minoring in Studio Art. I love a lot of science topics, not just biochemistry: geology for example! My favorite way to make art is sculpture and fiber art. In my free time I like to read, hang out with friends and animals, sing, and lately I have been crocheting a lot. I joined Stellar Tech Girls because I love STEM and I want to share how fun and creative it is!
Shaila Holland
Summer Camp Counselor
Hello! My name is Shaila, and I am a junior at Middleton High School. If I’m not tinkering with coding platforms or watching biopics about famous scientists and mathematicians, I write as a journalist and editor for MHS’ student newspaper, The Cardinal Chronicle. More often than not, I’m at the library looking for old news publications or historical fiction books. My experience with tutoring for Camp Invention and participating in summer science programs has sparked a passion for inspiring girls to explore STEM and helping to diversify the STEM community. I’m so excited to fulfil this passion as part of the Stellar Tech team this year!
Lily Doyle
Summer Camp Counselor
Hi! I’m Lily Doyle, and I’m so excited to be one of the summer camp counselors this year! I am a Sophomore at Vel Phillips Memorial High School, and I’m super passionate about science and love encouraging young girls to explore STEM and follow their dreams. As someone who’s always been active, I also have a huge love for sports, softball, and dance! I’m known for being outgoing, friendly, and always ready to lend a helping hand. I joined this camp because I want to inspire and empower the next generation of strong, confident girls, and I truly can’t wait to get started and make amazing memories with all of you!
Emma Knudson
Summer Camp Counselor
Hi! My name is Emma, and I will be a junior this fall at Edgewood High School. I have loved science since I was little, particularly chemistry, physics, and neuroscience. I was lucky enough to visit NASA and CERN last year to explore my science passion. When I am not learning about science, I enjoy travel, theater, singing, ballet dancing, and working with kids. I am so excited to get the chance to work with young girls this summer and help them explore the world of science!
