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Nuclear Engineer | Waterskier | Former Miss America | Violinist | Travel Enthusiast

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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Hey @Barbie and @OppenheimerFilm , I’m a nuclear engineer and Miss America. There’s gotta be a crossover feature I can attend somewhere.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Vogtle Unit 3 is officially commercially online. Here’s to powering 500,000 homes with zero-carbon and reliable energy!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 years
Looking at a week full of media interviews where I’ll talk about the $68,000 in scholarships I’ve earned and how nuclear energy will change the world for the better 😎😎😎 #MissAmerica #NuclearEngineer #Nuclear
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Definitely not a normal 21st birthday!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Speaking at the Wisconsin State Assembly about the importance of nuclear energy was astounding. What a joy it was to hear “All in favor of nuclear energy, say aye!” And listen to a resounding “Aye!” afterwards. On, Wisconsin!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
10 months
Say it with me: We need reliable energy!!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
10 months
Happy nuclear science week!!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Closing one chapter, and moving onto the next. I am so excited for the next adventure, and to pursue a career in the nuclear industry once my duties as Miss America conclude.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 months
Investing in nuclear energy means investing in the future.
@nuclearny
Nuclear NY
2 months
Morgan Stanley estimates that nuclear renaissance could be worth $1.5 trillion through 2050 in the form of capital investment in new global nuclear capacity. Furthermore, this sustainability report expects new capacity to need $128bn annual maintenance. #BuildNuclearNow #CLCPA
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
6 months
Nuclear energy is clean energy - let’s get that signed into law. Thankful for the opportunity to testify in Colorado for a bill that says just that! It is thrilling to see the pro-nuclear movement growing within CO, and within their government!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
3 months
The time for expanding nuclear energy in America is now! Economic strength + reliable, emissions free energy is crucial.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
From one place to the next - thrilled to be in Paris for the World Nuclear Exhibition this week!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
5 months
Nuclear is incredibly energy dense - a little bit truly goes a long ways. *** The pellet I am holding in the photo in the beginning of the video is a mock pellet. Sizing is correct! Information is from the Nuclear Energy Institute @NEI
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
5 months
Other life update: Ridge and I got engaged on top of Kilimanjaro 🥰
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
9 months
Welcome to the nuclear fuel cycle 😎 bonus points if you can name what city this is in!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 month
You want to know one thing that is bipartisan in American politics nowadays? Nuclear energy!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
4 months
I spoke at the Japan Atomic Industrial Forum. My main message was that it is time to make nuclear cool again!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Happy #Barbenheimer day everyone 🫡
@nukepowermemes
Nuclear Power Memes
1 year
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
7 months
A huge congratulations to Air Force 2L Madison Marsh on becoming Miss America 2024! While this chapter has closed for me, I am thrilled to follow Madison, and to continue advocating for peaceful purposes of nuclear science. I will be public speaking and a nuclear engineer!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
6 months
500 Girls Engaged in Math & Science (GEMS)!! Such a joy to be in Hoover, AL this morning and be the keynote speaker. We talked about confidence, nuclear science, and kindness!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
6 months
The DOE recognizes nuclear energy as clean energy, but shockingly, not every state does. I’ll be posting on my Instagram tomorrow ways that we can help states recognize that nuclear energy is clean energy, and to include nuclear AND renewables in a clean energy future.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
10 months
I just landed in Korea so I know this is weird hours to be posting but deal with it lol Source/Calcs:
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
Just finished my degree from a hotel room in Dallas 🎉🎉🎉🎉
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 years
I wrapped up my Miss America media tour last week Friday… needless to say, after a week of pure media interviews, I think I’ve gone through every nuclear misconception there is!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
Learned that there was an anti-nuclear podcast that says I’m a government created robot, and when I say I fell out of my chair from laughter 💀💀💀💀
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
9 months
One of the coolest sights in nuclear power plants for sure 💪☢️
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
5 months
Vogtle 4 is connected to the grid!!!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
5 months
First day at the new job with @CEGCleanEnergy and man, this view never gets old. While it’s not my primary office, I’m looking forward to going to sites more often!!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Ask me why
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 months
Electricity is going to become a scarce resource in America with the intense demand from data centers. Big tech wants clean and reliable energy - and a LOT of it. Sounds like a job for nuclear 🫡
@newstart_2024
Camus
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BlackRock CEO Larry Fink: "The world is going to be short power, short power. And to power these data companies you cannot have just this intermittent power like wind and solar. You need dispatchable power because you can't turn off and on these data centers."
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
Had this super cool thing to do for work this morning 😏 @Macys Happy Thanksgiving!!! P.S. the cheerleaders were SO NICE I LOVED THEM ALL
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
3 months
Vogtle 4 is commercially operating 💅
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
10 months
Wanna know something cool?
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 years
The cool parts of this job are the facilities I see - even the UWNR that I’ve operated before and still have labs to take with!!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
This is for all the people that have heard me reference this video in my speeches 😂😂
@GovNuclear
Office of Nuclear Energy
1 year
Just how robust are spent nuclear fuel transportation casks? Check out this archive footage of a locomotive slamming into one at 81 mph during a test performed by @SandiaLabs in 1970s and 1980s. Learn more:
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
SO AMAZING YESSSS
@isabelleboemeke
isabelle 🪐
8 months
this is a landmark COP for nuclear energy! after decades of fighting just to be a part of the conversation, nuclear has gained incredible momentum at COP28. over 20 countries led by the US, the UAE, Sweden, France, S. Korea and others have pledged to triple global nuclear
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
5 months
Back from Africa, so here’s a quick reminder for ya 🌎☢️🏔️⚡️
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
Bringing the 0.5x selfies to this app now :) @isodope Did a Nuclear Now screening, and spoke on a panel with Oliver, Isabelle, Roksana, and Stefano!!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
11 months
Just got to London for #nuclearsympo ! Can’t wait for an exciting week.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
Recap vid from WNE2023! It was an honor speaking on a panel about recruitment, and speak at the Connect to Nuclear booth!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
11 months
Today’s adventure at Limerick Generating Station!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 years
Making all of my socials public again, means I’m ready to battle all the nuclear misconceptions AND the Miss America stereotypes 😎
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
9 months
Reprocessing is one of many solutions to spent nuclear fuel! France has been doing it for decades, and Japan will be starting it in less then a year. Audio didn’t transfer from Instagram, but oh well.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
9 months
Just spent 7 days in Japan - thanks to FEPC! I visited: 1. Rokkasho 2. Fukushima-Daichi 3. RCNP Osaka University 4. Mihama Nuclear Power Station Which shall we talk about first???
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
One year ago today!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Doing media interviews for Barbenheimer over on the UK - just got called the real life Barbenheimer. This is in my list of favorite compliments I’ve received this year lol @Barbie @OppenheimerFilm
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
People often forget that being in the STEM field doesn’t mean you have to be an engineer or a mathematician… you can be a communicator, public relations, marketing, business person, etc., helping out the STEM community! STEM needs everyone on board, and people w/ unique skills!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
10 months
Thank you for an awesome article!
@Jennifer_Hiller
Jennifer Hiller
10 months
Here she is, Miss America @Grace_Stanke , part of a pop culture moment for nuclear power:
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
@energybants Thanks for the share! Lets make nuclear cool again 😎😎
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
7 months
What a time it was at INL. Forever my favorite part of being Miss A is the people I meet - just like these 6th graders from Idaho Falls!!! It was an honor to have @INL as my last official appearance as Miss America.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
Let’s goooo 25 hour travel day until I get to Dubai. BUT! That means next step is Dubai! I’m taking virtual media interviews while out there - DM me and I’ll work it into the calendar. Let’s talk nuclear at COP28!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
Back in the states for 4 days, then headed to Dubai for COP28!!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Was I stressed? Totally not at all
@Brewers
Milwaukee Brewers
1 year
A new piece of headwear for Miss America. 🧀 Wausau native and Miss America, @Grace_Stanke , joined us today to throw out the first pitch and receive her very first cheese head. #ThisIsMyCrew
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
10 months
Part of me is so excited for when Gen Z starts taking over leadership - I want to say “slay” in one of the international meetings so badly
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 years
I finally did it. I’m joining the Twitter fascination - here’s to another social media to manage! Tune in for nuclear content & Miss Wisconsin content :)
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 years
STEM girls will change the world 🥹🧪☢️🧮
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
9 months
Peach Bottom hype AND educational video??? Happy Monday everyone 😎🥰
@CEGCleanEnergy
Constellation Clean Energy
9 months
We’re always talking about the importance of nuclear energy in order to meet our climate goals, but do you know how power plants work? @Grace_Stanke breaks it down for you from Constellation’s Peach Bottom Atomic Power Station.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
9 months
Nuclear expansion is happening worldwide, and it’s pretty cool 😎
@kazuo_ishikawa
石川和男(政策アナリスト)
9 months
日本は、政治が弱っちぃ。。 原子力再稼働や、核燃料サイクル六ヶ所再処理工場竣工くらい、さっさと政治専行でやるべし。 いつまでも原子力規制委に責任を押し付けてちゃダメ。 原子力エネルギー推進活動する“ミス・アメリカ”原燃施設視察
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
I would potentially cry a little bit @Mattel Let’s see a nuclear engineer Barbie plz
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Lexi Bernard
1 year
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
11 months
Back where my education began as an elementary schooler to present to the students here today! Talking all things electricity 😎
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
First time experiencing containment during an outage ✅
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
6 months
Flying carry-on only is life changing
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
@nuclearkatie It made me chuckle this morning when I saw it was deleted. Thanks for all you do Katie!!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
10 months
I had a day off yesterday, and it warmed my heart as I sat and watched Netflix with socks I got from Canada, a candle burning from Maine, drinking water out of a bottle from Utah, and wearing earrings I got in Texas.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
6 months
OOO for most of Feb. Gonna go climb mountains 🏔️ See you later X!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
Officially removing “student” from the bio now
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
I think I’m sitting in the presence of greatness. Watching a panel that includes Lisa McBride, Dr Sama Bilbao y León, and Marilyn Kray are on. Am I fangirling over all three? Yes
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Wild how my job goes from visiting a nuclear power plant to walking the red carpet at the Kentucky Derby! #MissAmerica #Kentucky #Derby
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
May be my favorite picture from Derby
@TessaDuvall
Tessa Duvall 📰
1 year
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Grace Stanke
1 year
Potential caption: when yet another person asks me if I’m REALLY a nuclear engineer (the answer is yes)
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
7 months
I’m in the SLC airport and saw my first airport ambulance. It is the most “ope sorry let me just get right by ya” type of siren on a golf cart that I have ever seen.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
0.5 lens selfies with next generation STEM leaders and conversations with current power providers in Wisconsin!! It was wonderful to be back in my home state.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
4 months
@Gen_Atomic and I’s take on the homemade glambot trend We need renewables AND nuclear for a sustainable & clean energy future. Huge thank you to CARD 2024 for hosting me!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
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Honestly, last year I had pretty decent luck traveling. 270k miles and very minimal major issues with flights. In the past three weeks, I have had more flights straight up cancelled than the rest of my life. Plus my baggage lost. Plus 0 luck with rental cars. I love travel 🤪
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Spending time at GE was so incredible!! I had the opportunity to speak with industry professionals - AND their kids!
@gehnuclear
GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy
1 year
Miss America: Challenging Misconceptions About Nuclear Energy @Grace_Stanke
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
What an incredible experience. Thank you to our military and all who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
@ArlingtonNatl
Arlington National Cemetery
1 year
Earlier today, @MissAmerica Grace Stanke placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. ANC Executive Director @KDurhamAguilera greeted Stanke and accompanied her during her visit. While at ANC, Stanke also visited the gravesites of President Kennedy and his family.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 years
Shockingly, this has been a common question 😂😂😂 Loving connecting with Wisconsin media and talking all things WI 🐄🧀
@DrewandKB
Drew and KB
2 years
Even @MissAmerica @Grace_Stanke gave us a hot take about Aaron Rodgers yesterday!! Does she think Rodgers should stay or go? Find out👇
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Grace Stanke
2 months
At a conference and heard “AI verifying AI” and I feel like this is how the start of robots taking over the world will happen.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
8 months
@voixdunucleaire @Nuclear4Climate @NI_YGN Honored to be here and have heard from you!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
Thank you Vice Chancellor for helping to make this incredible Homecoming celebration possible! It was so special to have it at UW-Madison.
@UW_StudentLife
Student Affairs
1 year
Last weekend, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Lori Reesor, joined other community leaders for a homecoming event to celebrate @MissAmerica 2023 and @UWMadison Nuclear Engineering Student, Grace Stanke. On, Wisconsin!
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Grace Stanke
10 months
The best part of this job is the people I meet and the compassion and love that they hold. Let’s highlight the goodness of humanity a little bit more :)
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
9 months
@GTH Restarting NPPs requires a large capital investment, and most American companies don’t want to do that. However, that’s changing! Palisades in Michigan is seeking to reopen.
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Grace Stanke
1 year
@beth_torstenson Hey fellow Wausau friend!
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@amanda_bachmann Nuclear innovation exists, and we see it here with these!!!
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
2 years
Hello, Chicago.
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@Grace_Stanke
Grace Stanke
1 year
On a plane to Ludlum Measurements. This will be another new side of the industry for me to see - here’s to learning!
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7 months
@GovNuclear …can I say Miss America even though it’s not technically ~in~ the industry?
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@Grace_Stanke
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9 months
@yawaramin There are currently 12 reactors that are operating that restarted after Fukushima-Daichi. Some have entered decommissioning, but many have also applied for licensing for reopening! Plus, plant lifetimes can now be 60 years in Japan instead of 40 year as it was previously.
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Grace Stanke
1 year
@gordonmcdowell Yeah I realized the AirPods weren’t working only after making the vid but oh well lol it’s supposed to be fun :)
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Grace Stanke
2 years
I didn’t even know they did “hot takes” either… funny how that works out!
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1 year
@jennkwatkins So much fun!!!
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10 months
@jonatha26052632 Oh I know haha Social media is not and will never be my source of income 😂😂 nor will acting
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Grace Stanke
1 year
@nuclearkatie Celebration time wahoo
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Grace Stanke
5 months
PS how many people on X actually watch videos with audio
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Grace Stanke
1 year
@ANS_org @MissAmerica My pleasure! I loved reconnecting with individuals from ANS.
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Grace Stanke
1 month
@ANS_org @ConstellationEG I am honored to have received this award, thank you so much!
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Grace Stanke
8 months
@ShackelWill Dude I have 210k miles of travel so far this year. I think I may do the math of how much radiation once this year is done lol
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