Engineering and Honors Sophomore at the University of Central Florida
Hello! My name is Melissa and I am starting my second year at the University of Central Florida. I am lucky to be a part of the amazing Burnett Honors College, where I am able to participate in countless activities. I am also a student within CECS, the college of engineering and computer science, studying Materials Science and Engineering, with a minor in Mathematics. I am actively participating in undergraduate research, RSO’s (registered student organizations), study abroad, and many more activities!
About me
- GenderFemale
- Current academic yearSophomore
- Age19
- Admission typeAdmitted as a freshman
- Academic focusEngineering
- Personality typeSomewhat extroverted
- College experience ratingAmazing
Tour type
- Campus tour
- Video chat
Hometown
Apopka, Florida
Major(s)
Materials Science and Engineering
Minor(s)
Mathematics
Extracurriculars activities
- Greek life
- Club/Organization
- Job/Internship
- ROTC
- NCAA varsity sport
- Recreational sport
- Student government
- Community service
- Religious/Cultural group
- Art/Music/Performance
- Study abroad
- Other
Clubs, organizations & involvement
Society of Women Engineers, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, American Chemical Society
Housing experience
- Dorm
- Off-campus house or apartment
- Fraternity or sorority house
- Home (Commuter)
- Other
Describe your college experience
My college experience hasn’t been the most traditional. This is because I am a commuter, meaning I drive about one hour to school every day. Contrary to what you may believe though, I have been able to get involved in campus in countless ways. Primarily through clubs and organizations, I have been able to make friends and establish professional connections. Having meetings and social events has helped me integrate into campus life. Also, I have the amazing opportunity to participate in undergraduate research. My primary focus is nano materials for technological applications. Apart from this, I have access to countless resources and mentors through UCF, the Burnett Honors College, and CECS. Finally, I recently had the privilege of studying abroad at one of UCF’s international centers at Barcelona, Spain. This experience changed my life and I am so grateful for it.
Tip for future students
My main advice for new students is to get involved in everything that you can and to seize every opportunity that you come across. This is how I’ve been able to become a better student, gain hands on experience, and make lasting friends.
Favorite class
Structures and Properties of Materials has been my favorite class, since it is my first real introduction to my major and what I can expect in future classes.
Career goals
After college, I hope to enter the biomedical or semiconductor industry and pursue my masters simultaneously.
Ideal way to spend a free night
Getting dinner or ice cream with friends is my favorite way of spending a free night!
High school or secondary school
Apopka High School
Meeting point
UCF Reflecting Pond on the University of Central Florida campus
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