Astrid Shaw

Astrid Shaw

After 25 years as an engineering professor specializing in historical military structures, Astrid took an early retirement package to become Dean while pursuing her passion for documenting disappearing technical traditions worldwide. Her skydiving hobby—started at age 50 after her divorce—gave her a new perspective on historical sites from above, launching her unique blend of technical documentation, cultural preservation, and adventure travel content that resonates with mid-life professionals seeking meaningful educational experiences.

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Military-History Maker-Spaces Skydiving Fermentation