Name: Jacqueline Girard
Major: Civil Engineering
Graduation Date: 2021
What is your favorite part about Engineering?
I love working in groups to solve complex problems; it's satisfying when the solution is finally reached.
What is the best thing about Purdue?
All the opportunities that are offered here! There are so many clubs to join, sporting events to watch, and classes to take.
Tell us about a fun memory about your time at Purdue!
My first football game is definitely memorable! Standing with thousands of other students makes you feel as though you're apart of something much bigger than yourself, plus it's fun when you start to know the cheers.
What sorts of things are you involved in on campus?
Women in Engineering/ Women in Engineering Recruitment Committee, member of Kappa Alpha Theta, Volunteer for the American Red Cross.
What is the best advice you received before coming to Purdue?
Everything is what you make of it- Purdue Engineering isn't easy, but it will provide you with ample opportunities. Get involved, meet new people- college is supposed to be fun too!
What is something you wish you had known when going through the college search process?
Most people are just as uncertain about the big choices as you are. It's normal to not have everything figured out.
What is some advice you would give to incoming engineering students at Purdue?
Join one club related to your major, one club to meet new people, and find (at least) one way to relieve stress. College is all about balance.
What is a fun fact about yourself?
I am an avid coffee drinker- if you need any Starbucks suggestions I can help you out!
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- Compiled by Allison Meyer
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