How did Rose prepare you for where you are today?
Rose-Hulman not only gave me a solid technical foundation, but it also allowed me to experiment.
What professor made the biggest impact on you?
It's hard to identify a single professor. With such a small and close community, I got to know many Rose-Hulman professors. From academic guidance from Dr. Mu and Dr. Bohner to coaching robotics with Dr. Mutchler and Dr. Langley to IEEE and HKN events with Dr. Throne, I got to become good friends with much of the faculty. It really makes Rose feel like home and I still keep in touch. A couple of weeks ago I had dinner with Dr. Laxer when he visited Walt Disney World, and I regularly see Dr. Langley at FIRST Championship.
Favorite/most lasting memory?
My favorite memory of Rose was using the telescopes at the Oakley Observatory on campus with the Astronomy Club and Dr. Ditteon. It was such a cool place to go and escape the chaos of class and just enjoy the universe around us.
What's the nerdiest thing you do?
The better question is: what isn't? I mentor FIRST Robotics Competition Team 5816, Gra-V in Orlando, Florida and serve as a FIRST Senior Mentor, a position with
Best kept secret at Rose?
Rose-Hulman Ventures. I worked on a project at Ventures and it was a great way to complement my classwork (and make a few bucks). It was a great practical experience and a lot of fun.
Advice for new students?
Get involved on campus and don't be afraid to geek out!
Lauren
Biomedical Engineering and Engineering Management alumna with a passion for travel.
Andrew
Mechanical Engineering alumnus with a passion for volunteer work and continuous learning.
