Isabella Hart

Student Organization Involvement

• Vice President of the Society of Women Engineers
• Secretary of Space Club
• Student Government Association Statler College Senator

Interests and Hobbies

• Collecting vinyl records
• Graphic design
• Swimming
• Traveling
• Astronautics 
  
• Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)
  

Internship or Co-op Experience

In the summer of 2023, I had the opportunity to be an aerosystems manufacturing engineering intern at Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, where I worked on the MQ-25 Stingray, Boeing's unmanned aerial refueler for the U.S. Navy. In the summer of 2024, I had the opportunity to intern at Space Dynamics Laboratory for the University Nanosatellite Program where I designed a small satellite mission during the Mission Concept Program that aims to detect space debris in-situ through the use of a long-exposure optical system. Additionally, I learned the essential skills needed to become a systems engineer for a small satellite mission including payload development, electrical power systems, command and data handling systems, attitude determination and control systems, and structural systems.

Extracurricular Activities

I am extremely involved in volunteering for the Morgantown community where I have currently logged over 300 hours volunteering at Amedisys Hospice Care!

Fun Fact

I have two dogs who I love to spend time with, Lorelei and Lois.

Favorite Thing About WVU and Statler College

My favorite thing about WVU and the Statler College is the sense of community here on campus. Whether it be a class, a student organization, or a professional society, there is always a group for everyone here! I love being involved in student organizations at WVU and have made so many amazing friends through them. 

Advice for Prospective Students

I would tell prospective students to seize every opportunity that comes your way at WVU. Take time to get involved on campus and build a network of people you can rely on throughout your undergraduate years!