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Carrie Schramm, who graduated with her bachelors of science in civil engineering in May 2008, demonstrated time and again during her tenure at WSU that she will use her engineering degree to give back to the community, make a difference and improve living conditions for others… and now she’s back for more and working towards her master’s of science in engineering. During her undergraduate years at WSU, Schramm worked as an officer in the Society for Women Engineers, was involved in the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and was active in mentoring a class in Mechanics of Materials. For the past two years, Schramm worked intensively with the WSU chapter of Engineers Without Borders, participating in a project to bring clean drinking water to 35,000 people in Schramm learned on a daily basis about not only the project, but also how other cultures operate and about herself. “My life goals have changed, I’ve always been interested in community service, but I am starting to realize it on an international level,” said Schramm. “Every morning when I turn on the water to brush my teeth, I think to myself how lucky I am to not only have access to water, but hot water at that! This has made me really appreciate what I have.” Schramm attributes the experiences and opportunities she’s encountered at WSU to be integral to her success in the future. “I am very thankful for the opportunities given to me at WSU and have learned something from each one,” she said. “I have learned patience from being a student mentor. I have learned happiness and thankfulness from the people of Kayafungo in Schramm, a native of Selah, “The great thing about civil engineering is that although we all have the same degree on paper, we each have specialized in areas that interest us the most,” said Schramm. “My father emphasized in hydrology, my sister transportation, myself environmental and my brother is considering infrastructure.” Schramm, who spent summer 2008 working for RH2 Engineering, Inc. in
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Carrie Schramm at a Glance Expected graduation date and degree: December 2009, MS Civil Engineering If I could have any job in the world I would: work in industry to earn a PE first and since my research is in engineering education, I might pursue something along those lines after earning my license. Favorite CEA class so far: Wastewater Treatment with Dr. Younge because it combines the math and science of civil engineering. Treatment plants require knowledge in biology, chemistry, structural engineering, hydraulics and other civil engineering areas. They are fascinating and the new research is fun to read about. Favorite CEA professor so far: That’s tough! I really respect Dr. Brown – he was very instrumental in my undergraduate education at WSU and will also be my advisor for graduate school. Fondest WSU memory: I love WSU Basketball! I loved watching them beat Gonzaga a few years back when no one thought they could do it! My engineering hero: my Dad. He’s one of the main reasons I went into engineering. I went with him to “take your daughter to work” days many times and was able to see what exactly engineers do. Now I am even going into the same area as he is: hydrology. My graduate research will be focused on: engineering education with Dr. Shane Brown. We will be designing a course for freshmen to take the summer before they begin school so they can understand more than just the plug and chug aspect of engineering. We want all incoming students to understand the processes behind engineering math and science. Summertime professional development: I went to the International Water Association Young Water Professionals conference in
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