Cecilia Aragon
Aerobatic Pilot | Inspiring Stories of Overcoming Adversity
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Cecilia Aragon is a world-renowned aerobatic pilot, author, and professor of human-centered data science at the University of Washington. She was the first Latina woman to hold a private pilot's license in the United States.
Aragon's memoir 'Flying Free' chronicles her journey from a shy, isolated child to a fearless aviator, overcoming dyslexia and a crippling fear of heights. Her keynotes share the lessons she's learned about resilience, embracing challenges, and achieving the impossible through passion and determination.
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The creativity and community behind fanfiction
The wildly diverse, thoughtful and hilarious world of fanfiction -- where writers reimagine favorite stories like "Harry Potter," "Pokémon," "My Little Pony" and more -- is ever-growing and becoming a vital social and learning tool. Author, professor and fanfiction writer Cecilia Aragon has observed how this incredible outlet for creativity encourages and empowers young people to embrace their imagination. Detailing her research into the vast online fanfiction community, Aragon shares its potential to foster a sense of belonging, strengthen writing skills and shape the future of literature.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TEDWomen 2021 | 2021 | 🇺🇸Palm Springs, United States |
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