My pathway advisor has been a critical part of my success. I haven't wasted any time — every class I have taken is contributing directly to my degree."

Degree/Certificate & Anticipated Class Year 
Associate of Applied Science in Civil Engineering and Land Surveying Certificate ‘26 

Hometown 
Wapato 

Major 
Civil Engineering 

How did you decide on a major? 
Earning a two-year degree in civil engineering and surveying sets me up to earn a livable wage right out of college in a field that’s in high demand. 

What do you like or find most interesting about your major? 
I think it’s really cool that the work I’ll be doing helps lay the foundation for a wide variety of projects in my community. 

Did you know what academic pathway you wanted to pursue when you started at YVC? If not, how did your advisor or YVC’s academic pathways help you decide? 
I had done my research before attending YVC and knew what I wanted to pursue, but I had no idea how to get started. My pathway advisor has been a critical part of my success so far. I haven’t wasted any time — every class I have taken is contributing directly to my degree. 

What made you interested in studying at YVC? 
The cost of attendance and the amount of debt I would accrue will be offset by my degree in the long run. It just seemed like a sound investment in my future. 

Extracurriculars (e.g., clubs, YVC sports teams) 
Engineering Club 

What three words would you use to describe YVC? 
Exciting, Challenging, Welcoming 

What’s your favorite class? Why? How has it expanded your knowledge? 
Intermedia Algebra (Math 95) has been my favorite class. I have a good professor that cares about my success. It has given me the confidence to succeed in my other classes because it is challenging and it has made me a better student. 

What’s your favorite spot on campus? 
is my favorite spot on campus. It’s quiet, has a good view of the trees in Larson Park and is a nice place to sit and get work done in the afternoons. 

Were there any barriers you overcame to be successful at YVC? 
I have a hard time focusing [on school work]. It just came down to whether I wanted to succeed and I wasn't going to let anything get in my way. 

How has Â鶹ÊÓƵ changed you? 
YVC has made me more confident and given me the ability to plan for the future. 

What do you view as your biggest achievement at YVC? 
My biggest achievement at YVC is securing a summer internship in the field I am pursuing a degree in. I got the opportunity to work for a great company and gain experience. 

Are there any support services or resources that you have taken advantage of? How have you found these beneficial? (e.g. tutoring, academic advising, library) 
Having a weekly meeting with my tutor has greatly impacted my understanding of math and I suggest everyone take advantage of the tutoring services at YVC. 

Did you receive any financial aid or scholarship funding to attend YVC? If so, please describe how this helped you on your journey.  
I am only able to attend college through financial aid and scholarship funding. I am extremely grateful there are programs out there to help me go to school. 

What are your educational or career goals after YVC? What are your dreams? 
After I graduate I hope to find a job as a land surveyor. I hope that, through hard work and dedication in college and my career, I’ll eventually be able to open my own construction company. 

What advice would you have for a friend considering whether to pursue college? 
It’s possible — all you have to do is apply. There are so many amazing people at YVC who will help you get on track to earn your degree.