Hi! My name is Alan, and I'm the AAPT intern this summer. I am majoring in phyiscs and minoring in both Astronomy and Math at Purdue University, and I just finished up my junior year. At Purdue I have had the opportunity to tutor, TA, and engage in various fields of research. Most recently I have joined a physics education research group, and I hope to be more involved next year. I am also involved with physics and astronomy outreach, which has included working on programs and materials for both students and teachers. I am currently co-president of my local SPS chapter, and our community has been a very important part of my time as an undergraduate.

I think K-12 education is something that needs more attention, and to this end I am interested in pursuing a career in education or outreach. I am looking forward to learning more about the ways I can be engaged in education through my internship.