Student Profile

Name: Crystal Bryant Coppinger

Age: 29

Major/minor: MARCH 1 with specialization in sustainability

Year in program: thrid

Where are you from(hometown): Tyler, TX

First Concert You EVER went to: The Cranberries - it was totally awesome

Hobbies: Who has time for hobbies in Architecture School?? When I have free time I usually try to spend it with my husband and dog!

Why you're a part of UTSolarD: I am part of the team because it is a great opportunity to explore and showcase the potential for solar energy - something I believe could change the way we live (for the better).

What do you bring to the team: I have about 5 years of professional experience in an architectural office and I am one semester from finishing my degree and specialization.

Your role on this team? I am working this summer on the build portion of the project and helping keep the drawings up to date with our construction progress.

What do you want to gain during this experience: I hope to gain a better understanding of how these advanced building systems are working together and the construction experience is something that I will never forget.

What is the most important part of this project to you: I believe that the most important part of the project is that so many students from different perspectives have come together to make an amazing project.