Class of 2025
Hometown: Moorestown, NJ
High School: Moorestown High School
What is your favorite thing about FPE?
One of the best parts about being an FPE is that I get the opportunity to do something that very few people around the world do! I know that I will get to live a unique life and enter a tight-knit community.
Why did you choose FPE over other STEM majors?
Coming into UMD I was unsure which type of engineering I wanted to study, but after speaking with some professionals and taking ENFP101, the introductory course, I decided to study FPE.
What do you value most about the Department and your time with FPE?
The Fire Protection Engineering Department here is small compared to the other engineering departments. This means that I develop close relationships with my professors and peers.
How else are you involved in the campus, either in or outside the Department?
After freshman year I started to participate in research with Dr. Milke. During sophomore fall semester he presented me with a new paid research project which I got to work on while taking classes. Any student who wishes to do research with FPE can reach out to a professor within the department - they would love to help! I also like to devote my time to events with the Catholic Student Center and a bible study through the organization.
When you’re not in class, or serving the Department, where can you be found?
When I have free time you will often see me golfing, playing poker, or watching sports!
What is the best thing about UMD?
The best part about UMD is that you can choose what type of experience you want to get out of it. There are hundreds of clubs/organizations to join, but if you want a small school feeling you can easily obtain that here.
Any last words for prospective students?
You should definitely take a look at FPE and reach out to me or somebody else within the department if you are interested! But remember, it is important that you do what makes you happy and you enjoy your time at college!
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