Rachael Schwantes
College and degree: Brigham Young University at Hawaii ‘11, B.S. Early Childhood Education with a minor in Mathematics. University of Oklahoma ‘16 B.S. Chemical Engineering with a minor in Chemistry
Years involved in SWE: 2 years
Current role in SWE: Wichita Section Treasurer, Expo Budget Chair, Expo Newsletter and Blog
If you could live anywhere in the world for a year, where would it be?
Killarney County Kerry, Ireland
What’s a quote you choose to live by?
“Can act in ways that seem contradictory; is very flexible and adaptable when facing tough calls; can combine seeming opposites like being compassionately tough, stand up for self without trampling others, set strong but flexible standards; … is seen as balanced despite the conflicting demands".”
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I enjoy spending quality time with my family at home
What simple thing still blows your mind?
When H2O comes out of the ground like geothermal steam or little rivers
When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?
And artist
What color describes your personality?
Azure blue
Who is someone you look up to and why?
Samwise Gamgee because there is no truer friend
Melinda Gates because she is truly changing the world for the better
Nadiya Hussain for overcoming self-doubt without sacrificing her gentleness and kindness.