SchoolScoops

Engineering major who knows campus by heart due to getting lost many times.

Hello, I'm Helen, a sophomore at Stanford studying Electrical Engineering and Philosophy. I am originally from New York City and moved to the west coast, completely unfamiliar to the people, culture, and geography. Coming here not knowing a single person nor the environment meant that there was a lot of room for self-exploration. At my time at Stanford, I have been involved in various organizations on campus and have really developed my interests both academically and socially. I think that knowing yourself includes knowing your environment, how it serves you, and how you can serve it as well. I've become well adjusted to this campus and can introduce you to the places most appreciated by the students, the places many students don't know about, and the little quirks that this campus has. I can introduce you to student life and answer any questions you have, with a well-rounded perspective!

About me

  • GenderFemale
  • Current academic yearSophomore
  • Age18
  • Admission typeAdmitted as a freshman
  • Academic focusEngineering
  • Personality typeExtroverted
  • College experience ratingGood

Tour type

  • Campus tour
  • Video chat

Hometown

New York City

Major(s)

Electrical Engineering

Minor(s)

Philosophy

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

Golf Club, Chem-E Car, Engineers for a Sustainable World, Frosh101 section lead

Housing experience

  • Dorm
  • Off-campus house or apartment
  • Fraternity or sorority house
  • Home (Commuter)
  • Other

Describe your college experience

Very different environment and a lot of adapting to do, which is okay. A new environment also means more exploring and experimenting.

Tip for future students

Don't be close minded and refrain from developing a tendency to reject people or experiences that may be unfamiliar.

Favorite class

Engr40m, good introduction into EE and also bridges theory to application.

Career goals

Good job ​/​ start company ​/​ make money

Ideal way to spend a free night

with friends playing games or going outside (beach, out to eat, etc)

High school or secondary school

Aviation High School

Favorite spot on campus

Meyer Green because there is coffee, soft grass, and good wifi

Meeting point

Tanner Fountain on the Stanford University campus

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