Meet the Moderator and Blogger: Chelsey H

Chelsey H has been writing for the Biomedical Engineering blog here on CR4. In addition to blogging she's also a CR4 moderator.

Tell me about yourself (major, college, work experience):

I graduated in May 2011 from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering and minors in Professional Writing and Marketing Management. I previously worked at RPI as Operation Associate for the Office of Conference Services.

Why did you choose to moderate/blog?

I have always been interested in science and medicine, ever since I was little. When I was choosing a major biomedical engineering seemed like a good mesh between the two fields. I have also always loved to write and it is now my career as a Technical Writer for GlobalSpec. The Biomedical blog on CR4 gives me the chance to stay current in my field, teach and share information with others, and write for an audience.

Favorite part about moderating/blogging?

Teaching and sharing information with others about the amazing discoveries in the fields of medicine, materials, biology, etc. Everyday research is helping people to live healthier lives and I like learning about what is being done.

Blogging topics: How do you choose?

For me it was my major, so it was a natural fit, but I'm hoping to expand into other blogs that interest me such as Sports and Fitness, Women of Engineering, and (being a recent graduate) education.

Favorite part about CR4?

There is always something new. It's an easy way to get a quick glance at new technology and innovations, hot topics that are causing a stir, and hear many different opinions.

What are your hobbies?

Irish Dance, Reading, Writing, Relay For Life Committee, American Cancer Society Events.

Favorite website & why?

Pinterest.com is a site that allows users to "pin" images from all over the internet onto "boards". It's a personal, virtual, inspirational cork-board. You can see what other users are "pinning" to get ideas for everything from Christmas presents, home remodeling, cooking, and what to do with an old tee-shirt.

Motto/Advice you live by?

Treat others how you would like to be treated and hopeless optimism.

What are 5 things you can't live without?

My family, my friends, music, coffee, chocolate chip cookies.

Scariest (and coolest) moment of your life?

The scariest (and coolest) moment of my life was riding a donkey up a muddy mountain in the Dominican Republic to see a waterfall with my whole family ( 2 grandparents, 2 parents, 2 siblings, 4 aunts/uncles, and 5 cousins).