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CHAPTER: MIT
MIT, Materials Science & Engineering PhD Student
WHAT IS YOUR WHY?

Pursuing graduate school offers the opportunity to acquire advanced knowledge and skills, empowering me to address pressing challenges facing my community. As a role model, I strive to inspire future generations, fostering education and social change, ultimately uplifting and strengthening our collective cultural heritage and wellbeing.

HOW HAS SHPE IMPACTED YOUR LIFE?

SHPE has impacted my life by providing me lifelong friendships and invaluable mentorship. I am deeply appreciative of the supportive community I’ve cultivated within SHPE. My mentors from SHPE have been instrumental in inspiring me to pursue a PhD, and without their guidance, I wouldn’t have reached this milestone.

HOW WILL YOU PAY IT FORWARD?

As I advance in my education, I’ll pay it forward to my community by mentoring aspiring students, sharing knowledge, and promoting access to resources. By collaborating with local organizations, I will contribute to initiatives that uplift and empower, fostering positive change and inspiring future generations to pursue their dreams.