The Engineering Experience

As a graduating senior looking back on my four years here at Purdue University, I have gathered some pieces of wisdom that I want to share with the incoming class. I have been so thankful for my time here, and I truly believe that I have grown into a happier, healthier, and more capable version of myself. If you are looking to have a fulfilling college experience, I hope you keep these points in mind. Isa's first day on Purdue's campus Put Yourself Out There! As cliché as it sounds, this might be one of the most important aspects of college. You have four years to try new things and meet new people. During orientation week, the B-Involved fair is held on the intramural fields where rows of information can be found on the different student organizations here on campus. I highly recommend you check out some clubs, and maybe even attend some callouts! Joining clubs is a great way to build a community throughout your first semester on campus. There are also some major-specif...

The summer after my first year, I spent two unforgettable weeks studying abroad in Singapore, and it was such an incredible experience that I knew I wanted to do another short-term study abroad. When I saw a program in Argentina focused on Engineering in the Southern Cone, it immediately caught my eye. I applied, got accepted, and soon found myself embarking on another amazing adventure, this time, a three-week journey through Argentina. I’d love to tell you more about it! This picture perfectly encapsulates my trip What Are Short-Term Study Abroad Programs? Before diving into my experience in Argentina, let me briefly explain Short Term Engineering Programs Abroad (STEP). These are faculty-led study abroad programs lasting between 1–6 weeks, typically offered during winter, spring, or summer breaks. The best part? You earn engineering course credits while gaining international experience. My courses in Singapore and Argentina both counted as upper-level engineering electives, meaning ...