Civil Engineering

My experience at MSU has been amazing! As a freshman I was deciding between an academic career in Cell Biology and Neuroscience or Civil Engineering. Although I enjoyed classes from both majors, I felt more passionate and excited about my studies in Civil Engineering. Getting involved in different clubs and organizations such as Alpha Omicron Pi Women’s Fraternity, the American Society for Civil Engineers, and the Honors College has brought me great learning experiences and amazing friends. While classes can be challenging at times, I have found MSU has many opportunities for academic assistance and tutoring. Above all, my favorite parts about MSU are the people I have met and relationships I’ve made. I could not ask for a better college experience!

When I am not studying, I can be found having spontaneous adventures with my friends! Skiing, cooking, kayaking, and camping top my list of fun activities in and around Bozeman. I love road tripping home to see my family and adorable labradoodle, Tedi.

MSU has offered me many opportunities - both in regards to academics and extracurricular activities. Transforming those opportunities into a positive experience is just a matter of taking chances and managing time well enough to balance everything. There have been many late nights and early mornings spent studying or cranking out some last minute homework, but I would say it has been worth it so far.

When I am not studying, I try to get "sendy." There's nothing quite like early mornings in the mountains, whether it's for a dawn patrol skin or simply catching the morning light on one of the beautiful mountain lakes Montana has to offer. I love most outdoor activities, but am itching to pick up some more new hobbies as well as expand my current set of hobbies. For me, the mountains help keep life in perspective and sanity in check. 

When I am not in the mountains, I enjoy hanging out with friends, drinking coffee, and playing Ultimate Frisbee.

Coming from Grand Rapids, Michigan, MSU was a big adjustment for me my freshman year. However, I quickly fell In live with Bozeman and all it has to offer. I made great friends through my classes and through various clubs like the Alpine Ski Racing Club. 

 My sophomore year I got involved with undergraduate research at the Center for Biofilm Engineering. With funding from the Undergraduate Scholars Program I have been able to work on my own project investigating the bioremdiation capabilities of polar microbes. As a Civil Engineering student with a Bio-resource Option, I hope to further my research at a graduate level and pursue Masters Degree in Environmental Engineering. I am very grateful for the opportunities I have received from the College of Engineering, and I believe that I will be well prepared when I move on to graduate school.

When I'm not studying I like to spend as much time as possible at Bridger Bowl, on my mountain bike, or playing a good game of Euchre.