About

Emma Jackson is a graduate student studying Computer Science at New Mexico State University. She graduated from NMSU with her BS in Computer Science in 2024. Emma is passionate about learning and technology, and she is currently working to combine those interests by creating a video game to teach students with dyslexia how to read and write.

When she's not at work or school, Emma dances with the Las Cruces Chamber Ballet, where she has performed in The Nutcracker for 9 years. She also loves drawing and playing Minecraft and Stardew Valley.

Experience

While school is in session, Emma works as a System Administrator Student at New Mexico State University.

During the summer, Emma travels to Arizona State University and teaches as a Lead Instructor at iD Tech. She teaches a wide variety of classes to students ages 7-17, including:

• Java Camp: Intro to Computer Science
• Java Coding: Build Mods with Minecraft
• BattleBots® Junior
• BattleBots® Camp with VEX Robotics
• Game Design with Minecraft
• Coding 101 Camp with Scratch
• Roblox Camp: Launch your own Obby Game