In This Series of Posts: Meet Genius Girls (and a Couple of Bonus Geniuses) Who Make Me Want to Up My Game

Breaking Barriers at Berkeley

Nineteen-year-old Madeleine Bardy from Norwood is on track to become the first female student to graduate from the University of California at Berkeley with a degree in aerospace engineering. Her academic journey is marked by excellence and a passion for space exploration. ​Adelaide Now

Leadership and Innovation

As president of Space Enterprise at Berkeley, Madeleine leads a student team dedicated to building liquid-fueled rockets. Her leadership was pivotal when her team clinched a $15,000 prize in a rocket engine control challenge held in the Mojave Desert. Beyond university projects, she collaborates with NASA on research concerning microgravity combustion processes. ​Adelaide Now

Aiming for the Stars

With aspirations to contribute to human spaceflight projects, particularly in the private sector, Madeleine's ultimate goal is to become a professional astronaut. Her journey underscores the expanding role of women in aerospace and serves as an inspiration for young women aiming for careers in STEM fields. ​Adelaide Now