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Elisabeth Kames is originally from Aurora, IL. She graduated cum laude with her Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering in May 2015. She also graduated with her Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Dynamic Systems- Robotics and Controls in December 2016. Elisabeth is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in design education. Her research focuses on the impact of motivation on performance and persistence in mechanical engineering design courses under the of Dr. Beshoy Morkos. She also serves as a graduate student advisor to senior design teams within the mechanical engineering department. Elisabeth is a member of ASME, ASEE, Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society and Pi Tau Sigma International Mechanical Engineering Honor Society.

In her spare time, Elisabeth enjoys traveling, hiking, working on cars, watching sports, and listening to music.