Joey Added Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 10:25 PM What type(s) of engineering should I consider if I want to have a positive, lasting impact on the environment? I am currently working as a registered nurse but feel the good I do for other people is just too small. I am considering a degree in global health and/or a degree in some type of engineering where I make significant and lasting changes on the world, specifically the environment and those in need. Answers 1
Jenny Added Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 11:31 PM STEM was never something I thought about as a girl. Now I’m about to apply to college. How can I get into a stem program without a background in it? I want to be an environmentalist engineer. How can I compete with people that have been to robotics camps and science camp? I read about alternative energy and I like math. But I don’t have a background to prove my worth, because stem was never pushed with girls at my school. Can I do anything to prep now? Answers 1 Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Answered Friday, November 3, 2017 at 12:22 PM I think that having a non-STEM background does not limit you; it enhances your perspectives and the set of skills you have as an engineering student. So do not be shy when describing yourself and your interest in pursuing a degree in engineering in your ...
Abhishek Jain Added Tuesday, May 2, 2017 at 1:56 PM I'm about to complete industrial engineering. What is the scope of doing masters in environmental engineering after this ? Answers 1 Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Answered Friday, November 3, 2017 at 12:59 PM Congratulations on the completion of your B.S. in Industrial Engineering! A graduate degree in environmental engineering will require knowledge in a particular set of fields that you may have not been exposed to while a student in industrial ...
Valeria, Georgia Tech, Atlanta asked Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Added Monday, May 6, 2013 at 8:49 PM Struggling with Environmental Engineering Bachelors Degree I am currently an Environmental Engineering BS Candidate at the Georgia Institute of Technology (AKA Georgia Tech), and I was wondering what led you to decide on your concentration/specialty. Also what advice would you give to an engineering student who is currently struggling with the rigor of an engineering curriculum? Answers 1 Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Answered Monday, May 6, 2013 at 8:49 PM Valeria, hello! Thank you for the chance to reach out to you, and hopefully, to many other students experiencing similar challenges. I had the opportunity to explore diverse career paths in the environmental field through my participation in ...
Sierra, Jarrettsville asked Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Added Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 6:57 PM Preparing for a career in environmental engineering Hello! I am in 7th grade and an aspiring environmental engineer. I have a few questions about the field. 1) What sort of classes should I take in high school to prepare for this field? 2) What kind of college course(s) and degree would be optimal for a successful job in environmental engineering? 3) As an environmental engineer, what sort of tasks/ obligations do you have? 4) what kind of company is best to work at for an environmental engineer? 5) What kind of college is best for an ... Answers 1 Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Answered Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 6:57 PM Hello Sierra. These are great questions you are asking, and at the perfect time. Let’s get right to it: 1) What sort of classes should I take in high school to prepare for this field? I think you should focus on taking as many courses ...
Cailyn, Tennessee asked Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Added Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 5:22 PM Info about Environmental Engineering Hello! I'm in middle school and we have to research a career that intrests us. I love helping the earth and I love math so I found environmental engineering to be exciting. I have a few questions for you: 1. How much does a starting environmental engineer make? 2. What classes are important for this job? 3. What sort of personality is ideal for your position? 4. What other general information should I know? Thank you for your help! - Cailyn Answers 1 Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Answered Wednesday, December 5, 2012 at 5:22 PM Hello Cailyn, It is so great to know that there are girls like you and me, who absolutely love math! Oh, your words in your message made my day! You are right: environmental engineering is an exciting career! Having the responsibility of helping the ...
Salma, Organization/City asked Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Added Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 2:14 AM Going from Chemical to Environmental Engineering I am a fresh graduate chemical engineer and i have a genuine interest in the environmental engineering field, my question is how i could enter this field and what specializations are there? Answers 1 Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Answered Thursday, November 1, 2012 at 2:14 AM Hello Salma, My sincere apologies for the delay in answering your question. Looks like something might had happened that did not allow the answer to be recorded and saved. So here it goes again: Congratulations on your graduation! I hope you are ...
Maddie Woods, Mishawaka, IN asked Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Added Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 6:16 PM Classes you took Hello! I am researching a career in Enviornmental Engineering, and I was wondering if you could answer a couple questions about college education for me. Thank you very much! 1. What are three courses you took that are closely related to your current career? 2. What were the two most challenging courses that you took in college? 3. What methods and/or resources did you use to suceed in college? Answers 1 Sharon Kenny, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Answered Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 6:16 PM Hello Maddie, Thank you for reaching out to me. I will be very honored to contribute to your research. 1. The three courses I took that are closely related to my career: Hazardous and Industrial Waste Management - Class provided an ...