Aloha! My name is Shahreare Joy. I am an Electrical and Computer Engineering student at Temple University, concentrating in Electrical Engineering with expected graduation in Spring 2028. Aside this, I recently received my Associate of Science in Environmental Studies from Montgomery County Community College, which has helped strengthened my understanding of the modern environmental challenges and sustainability.

I graduated from North Penn High School in June 2024 with skills in 3D modeling using Onshape, soldering safely, designing digital circuits, and basic computer programming from the Engineering Academy. These initial engineering journey has helped me see how the combination of both hardware and software can solve real world problems, especially in energy and the environment. Currently, our energy demand rising worldwide, including from AI and tech companies, this issue reminds me of how important engineering solutions are becoming; it inspired me to pursue engineering even though no one in my family is an engineer. And as a first-generation student, exploring engineering on my own has been a big part of my journey.

As Temple University Student, I have continued learning through hands-on either through labs or class projects and through my involvement in IEEE, where I get to interact with other engineering students, share ideas, and make connections. I enjoy working with electronics, designing circuits, and exploring ways that technology can help both people and the planet because we are dependent on it. I plan to pursue a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering in the future, not because it’s required, but because I enjoy learning and want to deepen my skills while working on meaningful hardware and power-related projects.

Outside of school, I enjoy bowling, testing new futuristic items, and fixing things around me. I am naturally a little curious and always looking for something new to learn. In the future, I hope to use my skills to create cleaner, smarter, and more efficient technologies that would make a real difference in people’s lives and the world.