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Student Spotlight:
Adam Caudle

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 computer science major Adam Caudle for his thoughts on what makes WSU such a special place.

Adan Caudle.
  • Major: Computer Science
  • Expected Date of Graduation: May 2026
  • Hometown: Clarkston, WA
  • Scholarship: EECS General Grants, AFROTC Scholarship

What has been your favorite class or program that you have been involved with at WSU?

My favorite program at WSU has been the CySER program. It has allowed me extra guided learning opportunity, undergraduate research, and connections for internships and job opportunities.

Please share how scholarships or financial aid has impacted you as a student.

Scholarships and financial aid have been crucial in allowing me to afford college. Any help is appreciated and is exactly what is needed to enable the next generation of engineers and scholars.

What clubs are you involved in on campus?

I am a club officer with the WSU Cyber Security Group (CSG). Club engagement has had a profound impact on my personal and professional development through strengthening teamwork, resolve, and problem-solving skills.

Professor and five students stand behind a table, smiling and holding a trophy. They wear event lanyards, and behind them is a backdrop with the logos ‘USWR’ featuring an eagle and ‘Viceroy.’
Adam Caudle (second from right) and his team took first place at the VICEROY National Cyber Competition.

Have you participated in any internships related to your field of study?

I have participated in four internships related to computer science. I participated in the VICEROY MAVEN and ENVOY internships which were both security and software development focused. I also completed the Air Force’s Advanced Course in Engineering (ACE) internship which taught me an incredible amount about real life cyber operations and engineering. I am currently a software engineering intern at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories.

Why would you recommend attending Washington State University?

The main reason I would recommend someone attend WSU is for the student body’s culture. Clubs are a great example as the leadership experience and quality of student-run clubs is exemplary and easy to get into. Students really have a culture of improvement and effort and get to practice teamwork, interdisciplinary engineering, and have a great time through community involvement. The close interaction with faculty is also a huge bonus.

What have you learned during your time at WSU, that will help you most in your future?

During my time at WSU, the most valuable thing I have learned has been the ability to deconstruct problems and critically think about solutions. It’s a skill that I am still working on, but improved greatly due to my experience with professors classes and club competitions.

What do you want to do with your degree after you graduate?

After I graduate I am planning on commissioning as an officer in the Air Force and doing developmental engineering focusing on computer systems.