Allyson took some ideas from the Philip Beasley Studio and the Living Architecture Systems Group (LASG) who have been mentoring the LEO project. Thanks to the Gorbets at the LASG, she connected with Gabriel who is doing graduate work in particle physics. This was an opportunity to explore the cutting edge of chemistry and physics as subject matter for an art sculpture while also practicing electrical and mechanical engineering in the creative process. Her personal interest course gave her time in her day in addition to the significant hours outside of class to discover who she wanted to be.

When she was younger, she believed that as a girl, the whole of STEM universe was at her feet. In her grade 11 year, she had significant anxiety about attending engineering school despite believing she had an engineering soul. This project was designed to help her know with confidence where she wanted to go.

Next semester, she will be working with younger students to help build their confidence and competence.