Lori Arsenault was named a 2020 New England FIRST Robotics Pine Tree District Volunteer of the Year. Arsenault joined Team 172 in 2003, had two children go through the program, and has constantly been a supporter and mentor to the team.

During the season, Arsenault helps out by doing website work, and organizing and attending meetings. At the events she assists with setting up, tearing down, interviewing teams, judging, and taking photos.

“I’m speechless to have received this award for my work with FIRST Robotics,” said Arsenault. “I have so many thanks to give to the whole FIRST Robotics community, the Pine Tree District Committee, and my local Team 172 for taking such special care of our kids, our mentors, and our communities. Holding up the highest ideals not just in science and technology, but in human and community relations,” she added. “Thank you to all of my FIRST Robotics colleagues for your energy, your gracious professionalism, your curiosity and drive, and as much as anything else, for your friendship.”