I am a poet and musician and revel in the romance of life and human connection. I wish to become an engineer to combat the terrible consequences of climate change. Humans have caused this disaster and I intend to reverse it by researching materials to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. My grounding in the arts reminds me that we do not create in a vacuum, and my education cannot only be in the lab. If I am to change people’s lives with sustainable energy sources, it is vital that I understand their interactions as well as those of atoms. I am attracted by Harvey Mudd because it emphasizes these values. Its focus on liberal arts and science will nurture not only my love of robotics and materials, but also my compassion as an engineer …show more content…
of our complex social world. In games, I am the “jack of all trades” character, the random element who always has something up their sleeve to make the game more engaging or exploit the enemy’s unanticipated weakness.
Harvey Mudd’s general engineering major will prepare me to fill a similar role. At my sister’s college graduation, I spoke with a Clinic mentor who lauded the versatility of Harvey Mudd students. He was surprised that they they did not section off into mechanical or electrical, instead contributing to each component. Like these students, I wish to gather every possible tool, so I can easily collaborate with other fields and understand every strategy that could be used against climate change.
My interest in Harvey Mudd began with my love of engineering and liberal arts, but I was ultimately hooked by the teachers. They genuinely care for their students and approach each class with great thought. I attended a materials science class where the professor inserted practice problems into her lecture. This gave everyone the opportunity to check their understanding and ask for help. I appreciated that the professors I saw were not rushing through the material. Instead, they welcomed questions, which perfectly fits my learning style. They were brilliant and engaging, and I was inspired by every
one. Finally, I feel at home in the nerdy, supportive community of Mudders. I was struck by a profound sense of belonging at around 11 PM, in a carpeted room with a piano. Midnight Echo was gathering for practice. They drew me into their intimate circle, with welcoming smiles for the potential Mudder. During practice, there was a steady commitment to the music and each other, singers holding hands for both connection and support. These are the people who will also be excited by 3D modeling, cement, or Rubik’s cubing!!! We will join together in lab, stay up late sharing designs for our underwater robots, and concoct theories to save the world with sustainable technology. I want to be part of this community of freelining spirits, who trust each other so dearly that they leave their skates outside, unlocked.
According to the World Bank’s report, climatologists predict greenhouse gases will cause temperatures to rise 7.2 degrees before the next century (par. 8). While the rise in temperature might seem trivial, Scranton elaborates on the detrimental effects this change would cause by quoting James Clapper. Mr. Clapper, the director of national intelligence, argues that extreme weather disasters will “increasingly disrupt food and energy markets, exacerbating state weakness, forcing human migrations, and triggering riots, civil disobedience, and vandalism” (par. 7). Dr. Scranton mentions these sources in order to convince the audience that an increase of only a few degrees can have a devastating impact that will inevitably leave the planet radically different during this epoch; the current epoch we live in, named the Anthropocene, is a term invented by geologist and scientists for the epoch that is “characterized by the arrival of the human species as a geological force” (par. 10). The name of the epoch inspired Scranton to title the article “Learning How to Die in the Anthropocene” since it reaffirms his claim that we must accept that the future will not be the same as the present. Furthermore, Scranton includes a book in his article written by geophysicist David Archer incase readers remain skeptical of the scientific evidence with
The dawn of a new engineering technique called geoengineering aims to save the Earth via large-scale manipulation of the environment to counteract global warming. “The Geoengineering Gambit” by Kevin Bullis, is an article about some of the ways geoengineering could solve the climate crisis and the problems that could be created by those solutions. Bullis gained knowledge of geoengineering and the climate problem from his work as energy editor for the journal Technology Review. Bullis' job as an editor builds for him a strong base of believability in the field, and demonstrates the basis for his credibility while building his ethos. The proposed geoengineering solutions are in relation to the current climate problems. Bullis’ purpose was to bring attention to the current geoengineering proposed solutions. Bullis talks about the current solutions that geoengineering offers but also the perceived problems as well. Bullis also brings up the ethical problems that can arise from these solutions. For example, problems nations would have with another nation launching things into the atmosphere is one of the many problems Bullis finds cause to study. Bullis also brings up his feelings on geoengineering and how it would be better if mankind were able to lessen the impact on our environment instead of applying temporary or artificial fixes. Bullis intentionally aimed this article at everyone given the worldwide impact on people that some claim through geoengineering. Bullis unintentionally aimed the article at the US Government and other leaders from influential nations. The tone of the article is really saying that geoengineering could possibly help but more tests and results are necessary before drawing important conclusions. ...
This video successfully uses the rhetorical appeals of ethos, pathos and logos to support its claims on climate change. The way National Geographic uses ethos, or credibility, for this video is strong and thought out. The main speaker is none other than Bill Nye, who most students grew up watching in elementary school; to learn different aspects of science; and is a very respectable and credible speaker for this topic, of climate change. Nye graduated from Cornell University with a degree in mechanical engineering, then moved to Seattle, Washington to work as an engineer for Boeing and ultimately became a science educator, winning educational awards for his famous program, “Bill Nye the Science Guy”(Biography.com). Nye has extremely credible credentials to be able to speak about this topic of science, who speaks in a serious, concerned and informative manner to grab the attention of the viewer and explain that climate change is a serious affair that needs to be acted upon.
I enjoyed getting to learn so many things about some of my classmates. We may all be enrolled in the same course, but all share different hobbies, goals, and accomplishments. Varying from watching movies, receiving a certain certification, or going to sports events. My group consists of three people, Shian Harvey, Ben Stevens, and last but not least Jordan Stevens.
...hnology productively will be the key to solving our environmental worries. Being comfortable in technology, accompanied by my legal knowledge gained at Berkeley Law I aim to make a positive impact on the upcoming environmental issues we all will face.
Wright, R. T., & Boorse, D. F. (2011). Environmental science: Toward a sustainable future (11th ed., pp. 349-369). Boston: Benjamin Cummings.
Many of my instructors, such as a high school teacher I had for both honors Chemistry and Physics reminded me of the teacher from the television show, Charlie Brown, simply droning on with no discernable enthusiasm or interest in the subject. These teachers taught classes that I invariably found “unbearable” as there was no thinking or experimentation required on my part. However the classes I excelled in always brought new variables to the table, and combined with an interesting subject invariably held my attention for the semester and beyond. Two instructors come to mind from my 15 years of education, and both due to the different, and often interesting approaches they took to
Former Vice President, Al Gore’s speech, The Climate Emergency, was a highly accurate prediction of the circumstances our planet would be under in coming years. The facts relevant as of 2004 are still true in the year 2015. While many companies and individuals have learned to contribute to helping our plant go greener, the dangers of the climate change are still a pressing issue supported by scientific evidence. With occurrences such as extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and ice cap disappearances, global warming is physically being show on our planet and in order to prevent a complete reversed climate on our hemispheres, the population of Earth as a whole must ban together to reduce our carbon footprint.
“An introduction to climate change.” Natural Resource Defense Council. Natural Resources Defense Council 8 November 2015 n. pag. Web. 28 November 2015.
Not only does the SETI Institute offer science curriculums for all ages, they also provide undergraduates with a 10-week research experience with the help of mentor SETI scientists (SETI Institute). None of this could have been possible without Jill Tarter's belief in SETI science and her dedication to the SETI Institute's
Through reality, one will find my true passion for science and its potential. In the case of self-interest, I try to pursue my happiness while not negatively influencing others; however, this does not convey that I neglect my community. While attending NC Governor’s School, a five and a half week long summer program, I learned to seek the harmony between personal philosophy and personal relations. Being attentive of others while still holding true to individual beliefs is what I now practice. Identifying my social and private roles in life is one way philosophical living is greatly
This program will be able to help the students who attend to acquire knowledge, which can assist them come up with workable solutions to the most prevalent environmental issues. These challenges have become more common in the society and they include air pollution, water pollution, global warming, deforestation and many others. The proposed program will seek to help students combine the basic theories of physics, biology and chemistry to solve some critical environmental problems that face the society. These students will also need knowledge in hydrology, mathematics and computer systems.
I never had a teacher that I clicked with. Changing from school to school was hard and anytime I would get close to someone, I would end up changing schools. I never knew what it meant to have a teacher care about a student so much. That all changed when I moved to Delafield, Wisconsin in 2007. I started a new school in the fourth quarter and everything felt the same. All of a sudden, when seventh grade came around, I felt like a whole new person. This is the year that I met the teacher who became a part of my life. Mrs. Wroblewski has positively inspired me to follow my dreams and be who I want to be. Mrs. Wroblewski is an inspiration to me and a role model because she defended me when I was bullied, gave me great opportunities, a great listener, and is always there for me not matter what.
...nd physics, as well as improving my analytical and programming skills before engaging in research will make this a more worthwhile experience.
An ambition to learn and grow and having passion for engineering have prompted me to go in for graduate studies. Chasing my Dreams! While growing up at a young age I was always intrigued by objects that produced mechanical work and energy be it prime movers such as automobiles, construction and mining equipment, turbo machinery such as jet engines, space shuttles or complex mechanisms of mechanical watches, I used to spend a lot of time trying to learn and figure out their basis and propositions, it was necessary for me to explore my inner conscience to understand my fascination towards machines and their ingenuity, Mechanical engineering seemed a direct consequence of my convictions. I have always admired my father as a civil engineer and his hard work and struggles throughout his life; He has always been a role model for me. He motivated me to pursue my dreams so I decided to pursue my undergraduate study in Mechanical Engineering