• Patti Grace Smith Fellow, Class of 2024

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Aerospace Engineering, ‘26

• Host Institution: Redwire

Nichole Fajardo Orozco is a sophomore studying Aerospace Engineering at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Daytona Beach. Nichole considers herself to be an active member of the campus community. This year, she has taken on the roles of being an Resident Advisor and a Teaching Assistant. Nichole is grateful to have the opportunity to work both of these jobs as they have allowed her to immerse herself within the campus community. From hosting events for residents as an RA and helping out in the lab as a TA, Nichole has been exposed to working alongside fellow students and contributing to collaborative team environments.

Nichole is passionate about STEM and innovative technologies that will advance the aerospace industry. She is thrilled to be a part of the Patti Grace Smith Fellowship Class of 2024 and is looking forward to doing her internship with Redwire this summer!