Behind the Test Tube: Q&A

Maggie Scholer [she/her]

Undergraduate Student, Chemistry/Earth and Environmental Sciences

Where is home/where did you grow up?

I grew up in Pittsford, NY, which is a suburb just outside Rochester.

Proudest accomplishment while at the University of Rochester?

My proudest accomplishment was likely when I presented my work at the American Geophysical Union Fall 2022 Meeting. It was an incredibly rewarding experience to share my research with like-minded individuals and receive positive feedback from professionals in the field.

What do you like to do when not in the department?

I really enjoy hiking, skiing, and reading. I'm currently studying in New Zealand and have been using my free time to get outside as often as possible!

A Rochester must?

I love going to the public market on Saturdays in Rochester and getting fresh fruit and bread. 

Fun fact or quote:

I'm red-green colorblind (which is fairly rare in girls and makes chemistry quite interesting at times!)

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