Fellow:Hannah Groos


Name Hannah Groos School (Cohort) Duke University (2024 cohort) Majoring in Computer Science (BA) & Psychology (BS) Country United States Email Special:EmailUser/Hannahmgroos

Bio

School: Duke University (dual-enrolled at UNC Chapel Hill)

Contact her about: responsible technology, leadership development student voice, wellbeing, intergenerational healing, change management, youth technology and democracy, or hiking/bikepacking/baking!

Email: hannahmgroos@gmail.com or hmg29@duke.edu

I’m a junior at Duke University, where I’m double majoring in Computer Science and Psychology. I grew up in a small town in Iowa, which is what caused me to start questioning what causes youth to see and not see themselves as changemakers. Much of my work has centered around educational equity and amplifying student voices, which has shaped my current interest in the intersection of youth development, wellbeing, democracy, data science, psychology, and technology. I’m particularly passionate about creating spaces for young people to recognize their power, step into their agency, and experience the healing and transformative power of changemaking work. I’ve also developed a passion for responsible technology and technology policy, particularly as it concerns young people’s wellbeing and our democratic processes. I’m also honored to be a 2022 Coca-Cola Scholar and Robertson Leadership Program scholar, which has allowed me to grow as a leader.

I love learning about responsible technology, youth flourishing, intergenerational healing, change management strategies, and human-centered participatory democracy. I’m also fascinated by critical pedagogy and revolutionary education practices that empower individuals and communities.

Outside of academics, I stay active through swimming, hiking, running, and biking. This past summer, I completed a 2.5-week bikepacking trip on Vancouver Island and also got certified as a 200-hour certified yoga teacher. I love trying new mindfulness and wellness strategies to decompress and find joy in my daily life. In my free time, I enjoy baking, reading, and spending time with friends.

I’m always excited to connect with others who are passionate about responsible technology, education, youth development, or wellbeing. If you share any of these interests, I’d love to collaborate and explore new ways to create positive change together.