Alumni Spotlights

Degrees Obtained from the School of Engineering:

Bachelor of Science, Industrial and Systems Engineering

Master of Engineering, Industrial and Systems Engineering

Current Profession and Employer:

Manufacturing Engineer, Ford Motor Company

What do you like the most about your profession?

The ability to travel, constant networking with other engineers, ability to create and implement my own new processes to make a difference, all the information that can be learned each day and the ability to grow throughout the company

How did the Mitchell SOE prepare you for your career?

The networking with companies and professionals to learn about not only individual companies but things to prepare me for any path I choose such as interview tips, resume reviews, etc

Who, from the SOE, had the most impact on you during your time at the SOE, and how have they impacted you?

Dr. Monica Poindexter had the most impact on me during my time. She provided very useful resources, programs, scholarships, grants and much more that allowed me the ability to gain access to the much needed tools to be successful in my education.

What advice would you give the current SOE student?

To the current SOE students, I tell you to keep pushing and keep you head up high. Progress is not linear and although things may not seem to look like others around you, know that everyones path is different. Remember to plan even if there is an A, B, C, D, or E!