Student Spotlight:
Sarah Carlson
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 Sarah Carlson for her thoughts on what makes WSU such a special place.
- Major: Mechanical Engineering
- Expected Date of Graduation: December 2023
- Hometown: Richland, WA
Which scholarships have you received?
- Ellis C. Hendrickson scholarship
- Regents Scholarship
- Masson D. Bruce Scholarship
- J Howard Kittel Scholarship
Why did you decide to major in mechanical engineering?
I chose mechanical engineering because I have always been fascinated by the way things work.
I have always had a curious mind, trying to work through in my head the process that things go through to work and how someone was able to figure it out. I wanted to go from wondering, to knowing, to being the person to create the objects. I also appreciate how broad mechanical engineering truly is, and I feel like you can never get bored in engineering.
Why did you choose Washington State University?
I decided to attend WSU because I was drawn to the passion this school has. WSU has so many great resources for its students, and you can tell the faculty wants you to succeed and learn.
What has been your favorite class?
Manufacturing Engineering is one of my favorite classes here at WSU. This class is very hands-on and engaging in its content. The lab allowed students to work with different machines and techniques.
I have also greatly enjoyed my nuclear engineering classes. The topics are interesting, and the professors are engaging. The intro to nuclear engineering classes helped me discover a passion for nuclear engineering.