Name: Arturo Flores
Age:†19
Hometown:†Mount Pleasant, Texas
Academic Major:†Mechanical Engineering,†Associate of Science in Engineering with Honors
Extracurricular Activities:† Phi Theta Kappa, Member;†Titus County Cares ?Food 4 Kids Backpack Club?, Volunteer;†First Place ? ?Toothpick Bridge Competition?, Flores-Fulmer Team, Spring 2015
Awards and Scholarships:† 2015 President?s Academic Award,†2015 Wilhite Engineering Scholarship - $500,†Comet Transfer Scholarship -†††$6,000 (Awarded by University of Texas @ Dallas),†Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship - $4,000 (Awarded by University of Texas @ Dallas)
Why did you choose to attend NTCC?
I chose to attend NTCC because of the many opportunities offered here for academic growth.††The low cost of classes provides a really great opportunity for the community to earn a college degree.
Why is your major appealing to you?
During my senior year in high school, I was planning to major in accounting until my AP physics teacher invited me to the First Annual Roundtable at NTCC.††I admired the engineering professionals at the Roundtable for their work ethic and the many services that they provide society.††I discovered that I was not so different from them.††I shared the same interest as them in math, science, problem-solving, group projects, and technology.††I am so fascinated by how engineers can create mechanical devices by using math, science and technology in order to help society.
What are your plans after NTCC?
I plan on attending The University of Texas at Dallas and earn my Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
What are your career goals at this point?
After earning a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, my dream job would be to work in the automotive industry.†I would like to help prevent car accidents or fatal injuries.††Safety of the driver and passengers are my top priority in design.
How has your NTCC experienced help you achieve your goals?
Thanks to the professors, my NTCC experience has helped me achieve my goals by maintaining a mental focus that higher education will make a difference in my life.
Professor Kenneth Irizarry comments:
?Arturo is an excellent student and is a great example of the result of our math, physics and engineering programs here at NTCC. †He is also an excellent role model to his peers. †He worked with others in study groups to help explain some of the more difficult concepts in his engineering courses. †Many times he stopped by after class and asked questions regarding the lesson that was covered. †I am confident that he will be a successful professional engineer in the future. †I look forward to having him speak one day at our Engineering Roundtable.?
Know an outstanding student that should be in the "spotlight"? Let us know at jweber@ntcc.edu. †
