The Engineering Experience

Electrical Engineering (ECE) “If you like math and physics, especially physics that we cannot physically observe like particle physics, electricity, and magnetism, then EE may be perfect for you. EE is very versatile as it applies to almost everything we use nowadays. Even though EE as a major is very broad, you are able to choose an area you’d like to focus on. Personally, since electricity is so crucial in our daily lives, I’d like to choose an area that focuses on developing more efficient ways to conserve, transport, and produce electricity.” –Carol Lo (freshman) https://engineering.purdue.edu/ECE Chemical Engineering (ChE) “In high school, I was a three sport athlete. Being an athlete means you have to have good nutrition to get you through games and practices. As my sports intensified, I found myself going in depth on what types of nutrients and chemicals make up food. That is when I realized I wanted to become a chemical engineer. I wanted to use my passion o...

Jessica Sharrer Materials Engineering Find out more about Materials Engineering here ! Favorite Part of Engineering: “In this major, I feel like I can really make a difference in the world.” Best thing about Purdue : “There's always something going on or something to do. Never boring!” Fun Purdue Memory : “During the fall, I went on a fountain run across campus (we have a lot of fountains).” Why Lily Loves Purdue : “Purdue gives me so many opportunities to achieve my dreams; it can make them a reality”

Spring Break Plans As spring break approaches, students around campus grow anxious for the long awaited time off.   While many students go home or vacation with their friends and family, there are so many other fun trips that Purdue offers.   A few of the options are: Study Abroad: There are so many opportunities here at Purdue to travel the world and earn class credit while you’re at it! The school of Engineering offers short spring break trips such as the Chemical Engineering trip to Colombia or the Engineering Practice and Education trip to India. As an engineer, you aren’t just limited to the trips offered through engineering! There are other great opportunities such as International Marketing in France or Asian Emerging Economies in Taiwan. Look online at https://www.studyabroad.purdue.edu/programs/search_results.cfm for more info about the 2016 trips! 2. Habitat for Humanity : Habitat for Humanity is a great organization ...

Lily Bishop Industrial Engineering Find out more about Industrial Engineering here ! Favorite Part of Engineering: “The opportunity to learn problem solving sills with a real world application, while surrounded by diverse, creative people! Also, it's very empowering to say, 'I built a robot!'.” Best thing about Purdue : “One of my favorite things about Purdue is that since we don't have a school of music, non-music majors (engineers!) have the opportunity to play in elite performing ensembles.” Fun Purdue Memory : “One fun memory of my time at Purdue was when I went to my first Purdue basketball game with my engineering team! Not only did Purdue win, but I had a ton of fun with my teammates.” Why Lily Loves Purdue : “I love the endless opportunities Purdue offers. So many interesting people come to speak here and there are lots of unique events to network and learn more about engineering!”

If you are looking to take the extra step in college and get involved, Purdue is the perfect place. With over 1000 student organizations, Purdue has any and every interest that you could ever imagine. At the beginning of the year during Boiler Gold Rush , the new student orientation program, there is an event called the "Be Involved Fair" where all the clubs fill the memorial mall, making it easy for new students to talk to each club about what they are about and sign up for their email list. Flyers are also frequently posted all around campus about club callouts, so if you find something interesting- go! You never know what you will get out of it.              There are groups centered around your major, which can be helpful for networking with recruiters and seeking advice from your peers.  Getting involved with Society of Women Engineers and the Women in Engineering Program has really made me en...