The Engineering Experience

Something that is unique to Purdue is our orientation program, Boiler Gold Rush. This week long acclimation to college and Purdue is filled with fun activities, meeting new people, and getting to know campus. However, Boiler Gold Rush is so much more than just an orientation. The entire program is centered on finding your place, having people you can count on, and getting comfortable at Purdue. Before the week of BGR, you will find out who your team leader and hall team is. Your team leader is the person that will become your guide and friend while you learn all the amazing things that Purdue has to offer. You will spend the week with your hall team which consists of about 15 other new students in combination with a buddy hall team of another 15 or so students. Throughout the week, you will take part in games, info sessions, social activities, cheers and chants, and the Purdue traditions all the while being surrounded by your new friends. The days are full of activities t

When I first came to Purdue four years ago in August 2015, I would have never expected that I would have: joined the WE Link LT my freshman year, joined a sorority (let alone become President), given tours to ME prospective students, worked for an automotive company and met all the amazing people that I did in my four years.     Probably the only thing I expected was that I would get a degree in ME, which turned out to be the most difficult feat of my four years here. But even though it was tough, I loved every second of it and learned so much! Going off the theme for the Women in Engineering Programs 50th anniversary, here is my top three advice on how to make your college experience aWE50me coming off of my Purdue commencement on August 3.  Enjoy the Moment Going off of my all-time favorite ME pun (shoutout ME270), always enjoy the moment, because you never know what the future will hold. Some of my fondest memories come from my toughest moments.    It’s easier said then do