Diana Morris / SEAS

For the dream idea, I have been in touch with Margot Shetterly, author of the book Hidden Figures (and a UVA alumna).  She was receptive to meeting with some of our engineering students over a meal.  While she was not able to confirm dates or details so early, my plan is roughly this:

1. Hold a preliminary meeting with the students who will be participating (to include a meal and book / film discussion).  I might rent the film on Netflix and arrange a small viewing for any of the students who haven't yet seen it.

2.  Travel to Hampton, Virginia to meet Ms. Shetterly.  Have a long chat over a meal.

3.  After our return, enjoy one more meal together to discuss the experience and other ideas that resulted from the trip.

budget:

Initial meal and movie viewing for 15 students and professor at $20 pp: $330

Rental van/gas to travel to Hampton, plus snacks: $300

Meal with Ms. Shetterly for 15 students and professor @ $35pp: $600

Honorarium for Ms. Shetterly: $50

Follow up meal with 15 students and professor @ $20pp: $320

TOTAL: $1600