Heather
Major:
Civil Engineering
Hometown:
Eagle River, Alaska
Class standing/years in college:
Junior
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Plan things out in advance, learn new skills, a lot of outdoor activity
Why did you choose to attend UAF?
Close to home, but far enough away to be on my own, a new experience
What do you like best about UAF?
Being strongly involved in my organization, making a difference
What extracurricular activities are you a part of?
Broomball,
Leadership Activities, Society of Women Engineers
What is one piece of advice you would give to a prospective student interested in engineering at UAF?
Get involved in the
student clubs. You will learn the most about Engineering through your teammates.
What "field work" have you done at UAF that will help you find work in your major?
Being involved in Society of Women Engineers allows me to communicate with a huge variety of people and develop connections across the state.
What do you hope to do after you graduate?
Work for Army Corps of Engineers or Schlumberger eventually go into politics within the state.
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