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Kerilynn Martz
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Class of 2017
  • Beavercreek, OH

Kerilynn Martz interns with the Collaboration Accelerator

2015 Jul 28

Kerilynn Martz of Beavercreek,, OH, is spurring new ideas as an intern with a pilot program called the Collaboration Accelerator.

The program is a partnership between the University of Dayton, the Air Force Research Laboratory, the Wright Brothers Institute and The Collaboratory.

"The origins came out of a conversation about what happens when we're able to put imagination and creativity to the test," said Brian LaDuca, director of ArtStreet at the University of Dayton.

Twelve students are involved from a diverse group of majors, including business, biology, graphic design, applied mathematics and sports management.

They're focusing their different talents on human-centered problem solving, LaDuca said.

The summer group will meet with community partners to present their ideas on two open-ended challenges: Imagine a vibrant, exciting and innovative future for Dayton; and find a way to move technology transfer forward.