Samantha Maher

Peer Advisor (Major: Chemical Engineering)

Chemical Engineering

Academic Background: I am a senior pursuing a degree in Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering with a minor in Engineering Management.

Research Interests: My research interests center around brewing engineering, particularly the research, design, and development of new products for large-scale brewing operations. Beginning this fall, I will be joining the Brew Crew through the UConn Brewing Innovation Program to further explore hands-on experience within the brewing industry.

Professional Experience: Throughout my junior year, I conducted indoor air quality research under Professor Wagstrom focused on PM₂.₅ aerosol reduction in educational settings. In partnership with Connecticut school districts, I helped lead hands-on workshops where students built DIY Corsi–Rosenthal filtration systems for their own classrooms to help create safer and healthier learning environments.

Interests/Hobbies: In my free time, I enjoy spending my summers on Cape Cod, staying active through hot pilates, finding new local spots to try with friends, and making lasting connections through my involvement in Kappa Alpha Theta.