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In 20 words or less, what is the best thing about being part of this department?
The department is an energetic community comprised of hard-working individuals.

What is your biggest piece of advice to first years and sophomores about getting connected to this department?
The best advice I can give is to be curious and do not be afraid of something you may or may not have experience with. Simply reach out to any professors or anyone that has taken a Chinese class to get connected.

What is something you know now that you wish you could tell your first-year self?
I wish I could tell my first-year self to acknowledge mistakes quicker, and to go to office hours earlier in the trimester.

What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned at K?
The most valuable thing I’ve learned at K is how to recognize my strengths and weaknesses and adjust my time management in order to become a better version of myself.

What has been your favorite class at K?
My favorite class at K has been Semiconductors and Magnetism. The reason being that Dr. Cole pushed us in class to work through the problems on our own and connect the dots on our own. The lab functioned in the same way. We had to apply the information we had studied without specific instructions.

How have you taken advantage of the open curriculum or experienced breadth in your education?
I have greatly enjoyed being able to take economics, chemistry, and computer science classes outside of my physics, math, and Chinese classes. The ability to take additional courses has helped me build a well-rounded education.

What experiential education opportunities have you participated in?
I have had two internships during my time at K. I completed two summers at an automotive supplier doing an engineering internship. I also completed a 4-month internship at a Special Education school in Shanghai, China during study abroad. I am a member and captain of K’s football team. I am a member of the YAP program. I also am a member of the Student Athletic Advisory Committee and will be a Co-president in the fall.

What are your career aspirations/next steps after K?
I am hoping to go to graduate school to study physics or an adjacent field. I hope to be involved in the research and development of cutting-edge technology in the future.

What is a random fun fact about you?
A random fun fact about me is that my family and I have lived in the same house my entire life.