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 electrical engineering major Wyatt Bush for his thoughts on what makes WSU such a special place.
Name: Wyatt Bush
Expected Date of Graduation: Spring 2025
Major: Electrical Engineering
High School / Community College: Pe Ell High School / Centralia College
Q: What made you decide to attend Washington State University?
A: I have wanted to attend WSU ever since I was a little kid, my grandpa is a WSU alumni and wanted to go to where my grandpa went to school.
Q: Why would you recommend attending Washington State University? How have you benefitted by attending WSU?
A: WSU is a form of a family if you see anyone wearing the logo you can just say “Go Cougs,” and can have a great conversation with them.
WSU has made a significant impact on me as a person, has given me memories that I know that I will remember for a lifetime. And don’t forget about the Cougar Calves!
Q: What class has been your favorite?
A: My favorite class that I have taken is definitely CPTS 121, because it was supportive class that you could learn to use C to make games and small programs.
Q: What advice do you have for fellow or prospective students?
A: To succeed in electrical engineering, you must study continuously to make sure that you understand everything, because you never know what will be asked of you.
Q: Have you received any scholarships, fellowships, or financial aid?
A: The main thing that has helped me was the WSU General Scholarship, where I got a couple of good scholarships. Thanks to my financial help I have not had to pay more than one thousand dollars out of my pocket to go to college, and I am incredibly grateful for that!