What makes Washington State University’s Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture stand out from the crowd for those looking to get a degree?

We ask mechanical engineering major Brandon Fulmer for his thoughts on what makes WSU such a special place.

Brandon Fulmer

Name: Brandon Fulmer

Expected Date of Graduation: December 2022

Major: Mechanical Engineering

High School: Issaquah High School

Activities: Frank Scholars Engineering Entrepreneurship Society, Sigma Chi Fraternity, WSU BPC

Q: Why would you recommend attending Washington State University? How have you benefitted by attending WSU?

A: Great Community. It’s awesome to see how connected everyone is while attending WSU and even after they graduate. WSU has helped me make some lifelong friendships.

Q: What advice do you have for fellow or prospective students? What can you recommend they do to succeed in your major or at WSU?

A: Prioritize school first but have fun! College is a great experience so enjoy it, but don’t put your education on the back burner.

Q: What has been your favorite class, club, or program that you’ve been involved with at WSU, and why?

A: ME 116/ME 216: As a mechanical engineer, learning how to use SolidWorks really helped me express my designs and ideas more clearly. ENGR 401/420/421 (technical entrepreneurship capstone): I have really enjoyed my entrepreneurship classes. I like engineering, but it’s nice to learn about other areas and diversify my experience.

Q: Is there anything else you’d like to mention about your experience at WSU?

A: Go Cougs!