School Essay

1. What is your intended major? Discuss how your interest in the field developed and describe any experience you have had in the field-such as volunteer work, internships and employment, participation in student organizations and activities- and what you have gained from your involvement? (250 words)

As a child, I was very fascinated by my father’s work and his dedication to it. My father is a mechanical engineer and a businessman. I aspired to be just like him; a hard worker. Since the first time I visited the mines where my father works in my native country Peru, I found in myself a passion for my intended majors: Electrical and Computer Engineering. At that moment, I knew that I would never stop until I accomplish my main goal: becoming a successful Engineer. During my first year at Riverside Community College and two years in Chaffey College, I have attended seminars, engineering classes and independent study of works such as field trips. I also have been able to develop my communication skills through different jobs I have had since I moved to the USA; starting as a dishwasher and not knowing English at all and becoming a Shift Manager at MacDonald’s Restaurant at the age of 18. Then, tutoring my classmates in different Math and Engineering classes helped me understand more and more of the basis of engineering, and. Thanks to my father; I was able to witness how technology had influences in the development of the Mining Industry in Peru. All of these experiences have helped me open my eyes to the engineering field. I believe engineering is not solely about looking at how to make things work; it is about applying the concepts, understanding the operation, and knowing how different factors influence the modern engineering.

2. Tell us about a talent, experience, contribution or personal quality you will bring to the University of California. (250 words)

As a student of University of California, I believe that I will bring...