Kat Olvera
School
Portland State University
Expertise
Biology, Tech, Gaming
- Kathryn enjoys MMO gaming and learned the ins and outs of building her own PC in 2017.
- Her game of choice is World of Warcraft, and her favorite expansion is Legion.
- She participated in the European Roma Institute for Arts and Culture Roma Women's Poetry Project in 2020.
Experience
Kathryn has been writing professionally since 2018 and is the former editor-in-chief of HorrOrigins.com. She worked in the audio industry for a decade and has a permanent love for high-quality sound. In 2021, she published a full-length poetry collection under the pseudonym Terra Vagus and has poetry published in several different anthologies.
Education
Kathryn is pursuing her biology degree with a minor in anthropology at Oregon State University.
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Stories By Kat Olvera
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Run on nuclear power, the USS Scorpion was put into work in July 1960 and stayed in patrol nearly always. That was primarily behind its demise.
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If you have ever thrown a perfect spiral, you know what the Army was up to when they tried building a football-shaped grenade. The results were surprising.
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Electric vehicles have many advantages, making them an attractive option for eco-conscious individuals. However, they also come with potential hidden dangers.
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The Wright brothers may have been the first humans to take flight after the turn of the century, but the Bleriot XI is the world's oldest plane still flying.
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The magic of seeing a machine in the sky has faded, however, flight's journey from idea to a part of everyday practice is remarkable.
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Tanks were a dominant weapon on the battlefields of World War II. Here are ten on of the most legendary thanks that served in the global conflict, ranked.
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The Beetle has been loved by car owners worldwide for its recognizable design and renowned reliability. Here are the most unique features of this classic car.
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Throughout history, military aircraft have evolved to meet the demands of warfare. But some military aircraft have proven far more dangerous than the rest.
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From racing to rap music and fond childhood memories, here are 10 reasons the 1964 Chevy Impala is a sought-after collector's car to this day.
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NASCAR has taken drastic steps to increase the safety of its vehicles and races over the years, but it often takes a big accident to serve as a catalyst.