Anonymous
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I intend to major in mechanical engineering with a minor in entrepreneurship. WPI's approach to learning, uniquely rooted in project-based learning, is unlike any other university I'm applying to and fits perfectly with the way that I work. Over the past three years, I have designed and developed a tech-savvy pillbox that links to a mobile phone, a portable gym towel dryer for the car, a mini trash can for the car, and a mobile app. I accomplished this by learning 3D printing and design, laser cutting, and Arduino programming. WPI's "theory to practice" approach would fuel my passion for combining learning, design, and building.
WPI's mission-oriented programs, such as the IQP, provide the perfect opportunity to take my engineering and philanthropy to the next level. I'm inspired by the IQP, which brings students together to research, plan, and solve real-world challenges. Two years ago I started a non-profit organization (An Eye at a Time) to provide eye care to impoverished communities. I plan to organize other missions in the near future. I'm also in the early stages of designing a portable optical machine to produce durable eyeglass frames at low cost and the IQP could potentially provide the resources to make it happen. WPI's Objet260 Connex 3D printer, which prints in over 60 materials from rubber to transparent plastics, would enable me to create and iterate quickly and with the best quality available.
WPI's "More in Four" motto also resonates with me. Uniquely, WPI has structured their quarterly system to enable students to explore more topics in four years. In addition, their unique grading system encourages exploration. This opportunity to take academic risks and discover what I enjoy is important to me.
The professors at WPI are dedicated to helping students explore their passions. Professor Sisson, whose knowledge and research about materials science and product manufacturing could be a major resource for identifying materials durable enough for the optical machine and frames I hope to build.
Professor Planchard has over 27 years of experience in machine design, product design, mechanics of materials, and solid modeling. His expertise could help me create a working optical machine. Professor Planchard holds five patents so his experience could help me down the road with the patent process.
I also hope to mentor with Professor Apelian, who specializes in metal processing, to explore the possibilities and limits of metals. He founded the Metal Processing Institute at WPI which provides metal processing, from casting to heat treating. I especially appreciate that MPI promotes recycling and re-using resources in an environmentally-friendly manner.
In addition to academics, WPI offers a variety of clubs that interest me greatly. WPI's Formula SAE club would fuel my love of cars, while the ASME group provides hands-on projects to gain additional engineering skills. Fitness and competitive sports will always play a central role in my life, so I will continue to play soccer and plan to join the club golf team.