Julie Alspach

Year you started mentoring the team: 2013

Sub-teams: Outreach, Marketing, and Digital Media

What are 2 fun facts about you?

I have four parrots and six Parakeets for a total of ten birds.
I teach middle school online.

Why did you join the AdamBots?

I am amazed at what the students can create through their creativity and dedication. This brings all that boring math and science to life.

What is your favorite memory from robotics?

Seeing the pool noodles defense in the finals of Troy districts last season.

What have you learned from being on the team?

These students are amazing. The world better get ready for them!

Do you have any tips for the current AdamBots?

Check your emails!

What is something you would have wanted to do differently to reach where you are today? (career-wise or to get to the AdamBots)

I wish I had the chance as a girl interested in Science to learn all the hand on applications that the team gives our young ladies. Take advantage of learning code and power tools!

What is special about FIRST?

FIRST is special because of the students, gracious professionalism, and co-operatition. But first the students.