About

Chayce is currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering at Colorado School of Mines and intends to apply for their graduate program in Robotics this fall. He aspires to work on the design and mechanics of revolutionary bi-pedal robots, to further assist humanity in exploring new territory, near and far. As a self-employed, non-traditional student with 16 years as a commercial photographer under his belt, Chayce's experience has endowed him with advanced skills in creative visualization, hands-on problem solving, precise project execution, and collaborative teamwork. He has experienced the highs and lows of entrepreneurship and won numerous awards in photography and academia, like the SPD Merit and Distinguished Student. His ambition, strong grit, resilience, and determination drive him to constantly hone his skills and pursue new learning endeavors. He continues to maintain self-employment to fund his academic pursuits through commercial photography, artisanal furniture builds, CAD design, custom campervan modifications, and other mechanical gig-work.