Volunteer Profile - Abigail Davidson

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” ~ Margaret Mead

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All of us here at Buckey08 are committed to change – and we'd like to thank the volunteers who give their time, skills, and tremendous enthusiasm to the campaign every day.

One of our amazing volunteers is Abigail Davidson (Dartmouth '05, Thayer '07). As an undergraduate, Abby did research with NASA and flew with three other students on the C-9 (also known as the 'vomit comet'). Abby also served as a team captain for the hybrid car program at Thayer. This fall, she has been putting in long hours at the campaign office while also looking for a full-time job in her field, engineering management.

We talked to Abby about her goals for change:

What are your long-term career goals?

“One day I hope to own my own business, and maybe teach, too. I've been interested in aerospace for a long time. My goal is, as Prof. Lee Lynd says, is to 'use technical solutions to solve human problems.'”

Why did you decide to volunteer at buckey08?

“I knew Dr. Buckey from my NASA study. I really liked working with him, and when I heard he was running for the US Senate, I thought he'd make a really good Senator. Here's an engineer, doctor/scientist running for the Senate– he's the kind of person we need to make changes in this country. Volunteering here gives me a really good chance to be productive while looking for a job opportunity that I really want."

What kind of work have you been doing?

"I've been doing a lot of policy research in energy, which I'm interested in, especially from the hybrid car program, I've also been organizing volunteer activities, canvassing, helping with fund raising, and doing visibility at events and rallies."

Which areas do you enjoy most?

"My favorite part is the variability. Every day I'm doing something different: going somewhere, cranking out a spread sheet, researching facts. I'm learning a lot and I've seen a lot of the state. It's also a really fun office – everyone on the campaign is smart and receptive to ideas and really interested in hearing what I as a volunteer have to say. You feel like you're part of something very important."

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We have volunteer opportunities available during weekdays, nights, and weekends. If you want to work for change, call us at 603-448-2230 or e-mail volunteer@buckey08.com.