What motivated you to establish and lead a UIUC chapter of EA?
What first drew me to EA was my love of teaching and speaking in general.
I simply love to impact ONE student at a time.
The EA program is a perfect program for me to touch ONE EA at a time, so that he/she can make an impact and inspire ONE young kid at a time.
What is your long-term goal for EA?
The EA program is in a good place right now.
We are always looking for professional growth activities for our EA.
I would like EA to be widely known and recognized for their professional skills.
What is your favorite part about working at Illinois?
I love to mentor and see EAs grow from cocoons to butterflies.
What has been your best experience at Illinois?
Being able to teach at a top university and meet students from all backgrounds
What advice would you give to someone interested in pursuing a STEM degree?
Be curious!
Follow your passion.
Engineers make a world of difference in our lives.