Kathryn Barber engineering science junior, has won a 2009 Goldwater Scholarship. Ms. Barber is one of 278 students selected from over 1,097 nominated nationwide.

Ms. Barber is pursuing an Honors degree in Engineering Science with minors in Bioengineering and German. During her first year of studies, she enrolled in the Women in Science and Engineering Research (WISER) Program and worked with Dr. Mary Frecker (Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering) in consultation with Dr. Abraham Matthew, gastroenterologist, Hershey Medical Center, to prototype "endoscopic forceps" for "incision-less" surgery. Subsequently, Ms Barber was one of four Penn State students selected to present at the Undergraduate Research at the State Capitol in Harrisburg, fall 2008 (show above with the Honorable Art Hershey). Ms. Barber's future plans include a doctoral degree in biomedical engineering.

The purpose of the Goldwater Foundation is to provide a continuing source of highly qualified scientists, mathematicians, and engineers by awarding scholarships to college students who intend to pursue careers in these fields.The Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Program was established by Congress in 1986 to honor Senator Barry M. Goldwater, who served his country for 56 years as a soldier and statesman, including 30 years of service in the U.S. Senate.