Aidan Hawkins

Hi, my name is Aidan Hawkins. I’m from Orange County, California, and I’m currently a second-year student at the University of Washington, double-majoring in Astronomy and Mechanical Engineering. My passion for astrophysics and rocketry began at a young age. One of my earliest memories is being introduced to the planet Saturn and learning about the space shuttles, which sparked a lifelong fascination with space. Over the years, that initial curiosity has grown into a strong commitment to exploring how we understand the universe and how we design the technology to reach it. In the future, I hope to contribute to astronomy research and eventually work on projects that push the boundaries of space exploration. I’m excited that Pre-MAP will give me the foundation and guidance to begin this journey.