Considering Your Lifetime Goals

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Considering your lifetime goals, discuss how your current and future academic and extra-curricular activities might help you achieve your goals.

I believe the fields of engineering and computer science have had a marked, positive impact on the world and opportunities for continued progress are unlimited. My strengths and natural curiosity lie in the STEM field and I look forward to contributing to future endeavors. Given my affinity for computing and mathematics and interest in continued study in related fields, it was a natural fit for me to apply to the University of Texas at Austin due to the strong reputation of its STEM academics. UT Austin’s program in computer science, my area of interest, is among the top-ranked …show more content…

As captain, my key responsibility is to lead the development of competition strategy. Other duties past and present consist of programming, designing, and driving. In the four years of my membership, our club has made remarkable progress. Not only has it doubled in membership, but we have transitioned from a novice group with no wins, to a more-engaged team that now consistently places among the top in our area. The change has been a rewarding one for all. Like any start-up organization, we faced challenges. Fortunately, our team had a cooperative and open environment, along with a dedication to work together to advance each other’s skills and knowledge for mutual …show more content…

Running is a passion of mine, in particular long distance events. I enjoy the sport’s combination of team-spirit and personal endurance challenge. Of my non-academic extracurricular activities, my role as Senior Class Officer is one I am proudest of as it enables me to contribute to the overall community, further developing my leadership skills, and I am honored by the trust of my classmates who elected me. Involvement in our broader communities is an important part of personal development. Since the age of 16, I’ve volunteered for Habitat for Humanity, working on construction projects to building affordable housing in our community. I look forward to continue with similar activities as I explore the multiple facets of UT Austin campus

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