Why Engineering?
Why Engineering? – It’s down to earth
In one way or another, I have always been interested in science. When I was in elementary school, my goal was to be an astronaut. But I quickly realized that if I couldn’t stomach riding roller coasters, then taking trips in the Space Shuttle probably wasn’t an ideal career path for me. I stuck with [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Why Engineering? – For the challenges and rewards
My two main interests in school were math and science. Of my science courses, I especially enjoyed the study of biology. I knew I either wanted to become an engineer or a veterinarian. I was able to learn more about the life of a veterinarian when my family’s vet graciously offered for me to shadow [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Why Engineering? – Three degrees in one
I approached my senior year of high school uncertain of what path I would pursue in college. That I would attend college was a given, as this was the mid 70’s and my parents had instilled the value of education in me throughout my childhood . Both of my parents set an example by pursuing [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Why Engineering? – Because I like math and science
During my freshman and sophomore years of high school, I decided on science and math as subject areas to study in college. By the time I was a senior in high school, I chose to pursue engineering at Purdue. However, I was also interested in the life sciences, especially anatomy and physiology. While earning [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Why Engineering? – It’s interesting
When I was in high school, I gravitated toward math and science courses. During my junior year, I had a very dynamic chemistry teacher who immediately sparked my interest in Chemical Engineering the day he mentioned it. I absolutely loved the chemistry class because the subject matter was extremely interesting. I also enjoyed the optional course devoted only to lab experiments, [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Why Engineering? – It’s fun
As I was growing up, I wanted to be many different things: a teacher, a dentist, a doctor, a sociologist, a graphic designer, an artist, a writer, etc. I never thought I wanted to be an engineer. In fact, I always thought an engineer had a boring job where they sat in an office cubicle [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Why Engineering? – To help people
Since my dad is an engineer, I always knew engineering was a career option. However, I didn’t seriously consider it until my senior year of high school when I had to choose a major on my college applications. At some point in the process, my mom suggested Biomedical Engineering because it combined the science/math subject [...]
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