Almost three years ago, I started the Civil Engineering program at Cal Poly Pomona as a transfer student. My time here has been an exciting experience. I have been able to be involved with different activities, such as the Steel Bridge Club, Tau Beta Pi (The Engineering Honor Society), and Engineers Without Borders. Additionally, I have been privileged to participate in research programs as the UCCONNECT (University of California Center on Economic Competitiveness in Transportation). I feel that these experiences are part of the Cal Poly motto of "Learn By Doing," and have allowed me to develop the skills necessary to start a successful career in Civil Engineering.

With these experiences in my belt, I will start my Civil Engineering career soon after graduation. I am excited and looking forward to keep learning what being a Civil Engineer means. My goal is to be a Professional Engineer, and I plan to eventually enroll in graduate school.

This senior project has expanded in these experiences. I have learned new things that I would have not otherwise learned. Most courses in engineering instill in the students the technical knowledge needed to design efficiently. However, very few times do we get to consider who the design is for, and how the design will affect the community and the environment in a classroom setting. Through my senior project, I was able to experience the community and environmental aspect of engineering. For example, during the construction staging, it was pivotal to try to avoid total road and/or ramp closures, as this would cause excessive commuting delays for the community. Additionally, the team also had to consider any potential negative environmental and human impacts, such as contaminants that might be present in the existing structure.

Who I am