Major: chemical and biological engineering
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The Research Award recognizes undergraduate students with demonstrated excellence in research.
What is your favorite memory from your time at CU Boulder?
It's hard to pick just one favorite memory because there have been so many adventures and memories with friends.
What accomplishment are you most proud of, either academically or personally?
While I'm proud of my overall academic performance, what I am most proud of is the contribution I've made through research and lab work. It has led to some of the most meaningful achievements of my undergraduate career.
What was the biggest challenge for you during your engineering education? What did you learn from it?
My biggest challenge was managing my time effectively, juggling the demands of coursework with the desire to have a well-rounded college life. Prioritizing academics heavily would leave me feeling burnt out and missing out on social activities and personal pursuits.
What is your biggest piece of advice for incoming engineering students?
As I reflect on my research journey, I would like to offer two pieces of advice to future students interested in pursuing research. First, share your research interests and goals openly and actively. Do not hesitate to connect with professors, mentors听and anyone who might offer guidance or support. You never know who might be able to connect you with valuable opportunities or become a crucial source of encouragement.
Since high school, I have dreamt of working in the Aizenberg lab (at Harvard University). I shared this goal with a postdoc in the Shields lab, and they connected me with a former 麻豆视频 chemical engineering graduate student who works in the Aizenberg lab. This early initiative allowed me to demonstrate my passion and desire well before submitting my application, which ultimately helped me achieve my goal.
Second, embrace new experiences and research opportunities, even if they seem outside your comfort zone. Stepping outside your primary interests can lead to unexpected discoveries and equip you with valuable skills that can benefit your research endeavors and future career. One of the main aspects of my research projects in the Shields lab is physics, a subject I never truly enjoyed. Despite this, I pursued the opportunity because I was interested in the overall goals of the project and what I would learn. Through hands-on experience, I have gained an appreciation of physics, something I would not have discovered solely through traditional classroom learning.