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Alumni

Some of the previous members of Charger Robotics include:

Michael Weinand (2007)
David Woods (2006)
Joe Balloni (2006)
Katie Hall (2005)
Tony Michalski (2003)

Alumni Bios

More detailed information on some of our previous members can be found here. All of them wanted to share their experiences with Charger Robotics to future members. Their stories can be found here.

Michael Weinand (2007)

Years with team: 2006 - 2007
Positions Held: Student Lead(07), Human Player(06), Video Minion(06)
Where am I now?:
Studying Computer Science at Neumont University in Salt Lake City.

David Woods (2006)

Years with team: 2003 - 2006
Positions Held: Mentor, Safety Captain, Robot Build Lead, Component Design Team Lead
Where am I now?:
Currently a Mechanical Engineering student at Milwaukee School of Engineering, Dave finds time to help out with Team 537 as a Mentor. He also helps robotics by serving on the executive board of the Milwaukee F.I.R.S.T. Support Organization (MFSO) .
How FIRST changed my life:
Team 537 has greatly influenced my life. While I have always wanted to be an engineer, team 537 has given me the experience, tools, and resources to get me on my feet. I have a great advantage over other students at my school due to the fact that most of the things that they\'re teaching us to do as engineers in the field, I have already done having been part of Charger Robotics. 537 has also allowed me to grow as a person, allowing me to be more outgoing, establish more self confidence, and speak in front of a group of people with confidence and clarity.

Joe Balloni (2006)

Years with team: 2002 - 2006
Positions Held: General Lackee, Animation Minion, Animation Lead
Biography:
"I'm pretty much the bomb. yup, that about covers it. oh, and i have dashing good looks. but sorry ladies, I'm already taken by an amazing girl."
Where am I now?:
Attending University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
How FIRST changed my life:
"It has allowed me to discover and practice a passion and gave me some swell memories with life long friends *tear*."

Katie Hall (2005)

Years with team: 2003 - 2005
Positions Held: Course Build Lead, CDT Lead, Mentor
Where am I now?:
"Going to MSOE to be a Mechanical Engineer. Would like to do something with engineering and business after graduation. Working at NORAM as a design engineer."
How FIRST changed my life:
Helped me determine what I want to do for a career.

Tony Michalski (2003)

Years with team: 2001 - 2003
Positions Held: Team captain (2003), others
Biography:
I am currently attending Michigan Tech University in the UP. At Tech, I am studying Chemical Engineering and scheduled to graduate in May 2008. I did recieve a scholarship to attend Tech through team 537 and recommend all juniors and seniors to apply for any of those offered. (Who doesn't like FREE money?) I have worked at Kimberly-Clark on paper towels and feminine hygiene products while attending school. If you have any questions about Tech or my experiences please feel free to contact me.
Where am I now?:
Michigan Tech University and Chemical Engineering co-op at Kimberly-Clark
How FIRST changed my life:
It has provided me with opportunities and friends that I will be grateful I had. Without these opportunities, I would not have recieved a co-op experience with Kimberly-Clark or any other employer. Also, because of Team 537, I have continued to help out with FIRST as I feel I can give back to the program whether that is FLL or FRC.