Brody Deeter’s journey with the science center began as a summer camper. For several years, he jumped into experiments, built creative engineering projects, and quickly became a natural leader among his peers. He was often the camper helping others troubleshoot, encouraging younger participants, and staying curious about how things worked. 

As a volunteer, he brings a smile and that same enthusiasm and curiosity, and now focuses his energy on creating a great experience for others. 

Why He Volunteers 

Since his early days at summer camp, Brody has seen how much joy and excitement hands-on STEM experiences can bring to people of all ages, and it has stuck with him.

As a volunteer, Brody enjoys helping visitors explore, learn, and have fun in the gallery. He hopes to continue volunteering and eventually grow into a role supporting summer camps, giving back in the same way he was once supported. 

“Brody is very creative and curious. When something isn’t working, he thinks of ways to improve and work it out. He is very interested in the Flight Simulator, always asks a lot of questions, and explores the different airplane options, applying what he learned.” — Paul

Making an Impact 

As a gallery volunteer, Brody helps keep exhibits running smoothly, supports daily operations, and contributes to a welcoming environment for visitors. His positive attitude, attention to detail, and willingness to jump in wherever needed make him a valuable part of the team. 

“Brody does an excellent job with turtle care tasks and keeping an eye on exhibits like Forces in Motion and Eye Click. He always has a smile!” — Ekaterina & Janie 

We’re excited to see how he continues to grow with Gateway to Science and to watch him inspire the next generation of curious learners.