E-mail
Print
Major: Architectural Engineering and Construction Management
Hometown: Hubertus, Wis.
Class: 2010
Type of scholarship: Various
Favorite personality trait: High energy and passionate
Favorite food: Homemade tacos
Favorite band\type of music: Pop and country
Favorite store\place to shop: Target, Express
Family pet: My puppy "Diva" (Vizsla)
Job: Internship with Mared Mechanical (assistant project manager/engineer)
What is your favorite class? Do you have a favorite professor?
My favorite class so far would have to be Construction Methods. It was fun doing the labs for that class. We learned how to frame a wood house, build a masonry wall and assemble steel members.
One of my favorite professors is Professor Wentz. His teaching style is great. His lectures are always entertaining but at the same time he forces us to work hard and learn the material. I have a great deal of respect for him.
What have you liked most about your MSOE experience so far?
I've enjoyed having the opportunity to experience and be exposed to so much. I've liked being involved with a number of student organizations and the people at MSOE.
Beyond academics, what have you learned at MSOE?
I've learned and have been able to practice things like teamwork, perseverance and, of course, time management.
What activities are you involved in?
- Society of Women Engineers
- Mechanical Contractors Association of America
- American Society of Civil Engineers: Concrete Canoe
- Women's Volleyball/Student Athletic Advisory Committee ('05 - '08)
- Orientation Assistant and Peer Mentor
Do you do any volunteer work?
I try to volunteer as much as possible. In Fall 2008 I spent a week helping with the Possibility Playground project located in Port Washington, Wis. That was a blast and was very rewarding. In the past I've worked at soup kitchens, helped with Special Olympics volleyball, helped the Salvation Army and participated in food drives. I've also been involved with an organization called Wisconsin Leadership Seminars since 2003 where I assisted as a counselor for high school sophomores.
How do you spend your free time?
I spend my free time with friends and family. I love being outside whenever possible. I love water skiing, wakeboarding, camping, biking, canoeing, hiking, snowboarding and ATV riding. I also like photography, art, reading, movies, and I play piano.
What's your favorite memory of where you grew up?
My favorite memories of where I grew up are times spent just hanging out on the lake, having bonfires and making s'mores.
What's your favorite memory at MSOE?
My favorite memories from MSOE are the MCAA trips to Orlando, Palm Desert and Scottsdale. Taking second place in the ASCE regional and competing in the national concrete canoe competition in Montreal are also favorite memories.
Do you have advice for students considering MSOE?
If you come to MSOE for engineering, make sure it is really what you want to do. You have to be willing to work really hard and be dedicated to do well here.
How (why) did you choose MSOE? I chose MSOE because the class sizes are small, you start with your major right away your freshman year and it is close to home for me.
Do you have any scholarships or financial aid that is not loans?
I have a few scholarships:
- MSOE Academic Scholarship
- MSOE Endowment Scholarship
- National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Scholarship
- Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA) Scholarship
- PHCC (Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors) Scholarship
- CMAA Scholarship
- Bruce Horner Memorial (MBA) Scholarship
- General Contractors Association of Greater Milwaukee Scholarship
The scholarships are extremely helpful and have assisted me on the path to accomplishing my goals.
What do you hope to do after graduation?
I plan on working for a mechanical contractor. Whether I delve into project management, HVAC, plumbing, or fire protection is yet to be determined. Ultimately, I would love to be part owner/owner of a mechanical contracting company.