Student Spotlight:
Ellinor Sonnichsen
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 civil engineering major Ellinor Sonnichsen for her thoughts on what makes WSU such a special place.
- Major: Civil Engineering
- Expected Date of Graduation: December 2026
- Hometown: Ephrata, WA
- Scholarships:
- Paul Lauzier Foundation
- Columbia Basin Foundation
- Central Basin Audobon Society
- Boeing, Kobata and Sons Foundation
What made you decide to attend WSU?
I chose WSU because of the small town, inviting program/ students and because I had good scholarships here! I chose civil engineering because I want to find sustainable solutions for the world today, especially water!
Please share how scholarships or financial aid has impacted you as a student.
Scholarships have impacted me as a student by allieviating financial burden and allowing me to focus on my studies! I am so grateful to all of the generous donors who have invested in my education.
What clubs are you involved in on campus?
I am involved in Concrete Canoe and the Society of Women Engineers.