Allison Shaver

An undergraduate student at the University of New Mexico pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics, with a minor in Interdisciplnary Honors. Raised in Oregon with a background in engineering, and has a passion for space science.

My Work

  • Current Research

    I currently work with the exoplanet team at the University of New Mexico working to improve machine learning detection methods

  • Future Plans

    In the Summer of 2026 I am expected to work at the Smithsonian & Harvard Center for Astrophysics, working with JWST data on exoplanets

  • Other Projects

    From volunteering at upcoming observatory and planetarium, to high school engineering capstone projects

About Me

Academic Background, Hobbies, Interests, Specialties, & More


  • 3.95
    GPA

  • Current
    Sophomore

  • Society of Women Engineers
    Conference Chair

  • Honors Student Association
    Vice President

  • SLOPE Dance Team
    Member

I am expected to graduate with my bachelor's in the swpring of 2028. I am a part of three organizations at my university, and on the execuative board for two of them. I am an employee at the office of admissions, as well as conducting research under Dr. Dragomir's exoplanet team.

Contact Me!

Questions about my work or my experience? Feel free to reach out with me and get connected!