Women of Wind Energy (WoWE) has selected six 2012 Rudd Mayer Memorial Fellows and plans to recognize them at the group's annual luncheon on June 6 during the WINDPOWER 2012 Conference and Exhibition in Atlanta.
The following individuals have been chosen:
- Anna Pesola, Oregon Institute of Technology, Renewable Energy Engineering;
- Christina Chang, University of Houston, Mechanical Engineering;
- Clara St. Martin, Pennsylvania State University, Meterology;
- Holly Johnson, Iowa Lakes Community College, Wind Energy and Turbine Technology;
- Katrina Montoya, Columbia Gorge Community College, Renewable Energy Technology; and
- Dr. Yao Yin, Boise State University, Energy Policy Institute.
The Rudd Mayer Fellowship is WoWE's way of supporting women in the academic community, college students and recent graduates who are interested in expanding their knowledge and engaging in the wind energy industry. The annual fellowship is awarded on a competitive basis, and selection is based on commitment to renewable energy development, academic achievement, potential for future contributions to the U.S. renewable energy community and financial need.
The fellowship honors wind industry pioneer Rudd Mayer, who passed away in 2002, and supports women to participate in WINDPOWER by allowing the fellows to attend seminars on current wind energy issues, view state-of-the-art technology, meet women and men in the renewable energy field and connect with employers about potential internships or permanent positions.
"The women who have been awarded this year's Rudd Mayer Fellowship are already making a positive impact in the renewable energy field," says WoWE Executive Director Kristen Graf. "Without a doubt, they embody the legacy of Rudd Mayer with their passion, desire to pursue an education and potential to make important contributions in the future. I look forward to following their careers grow in years to come."
