# @sjsu-college-of-engineering on LinkedIn

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- **Original URL:** https://www.linkedin.com/posts/sjsu-college-of-engineering_sjsu-engineering-biomedicalengineering-activity-7174534628983074816-Qexc
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/31336527-companysjsu-college-of-engineering-linkedin
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- **Posted:** 2024-03-15T22:39:11.939+00:00

## Caption

Nikitha Fernandes, a senior in Biomedical Engineering, reflects on her 4-year journey pursuing engineering at San José State University (SJSU). Raised in Cupertino, California, Nikitha's interest in engineering stems from her innate curiosity about building and coding, intertwined with her passion for bettering people's quality of health.

Initially wanting to be a doctor, Nikitha's trajectory shifted during high school as she discovered the field of biomedical engineering. Recognizing it as the perfect bridge between her passions, she set her sights on contributing to the healthcare sector through innovative engineering solutions, and SJSU was the perfect location due to the vast opportunities provided here, plus being close to her family.

She was nervous about entering engineering, due to her late decision to pursue the field, which resulted in a lack of foundation in math and science in her freshman year. However, Nikitha found the ideal environment to nurture her interests, supported by robust resources and a vibrant community at SJSU to support her success.

One pivotal aspect of Nikitha's college journey is her involvement in extracurricular activities, particularly the Society of Women Engineers (SWE). Joining SWE not only provided her with a supportive network but also allowed her to assume leadership roles, fostering personal growth and a sense of empowerment. Serving first as club treasurer and currently as director of professional development, she was able to plan outreach events to help K-12 girls who are interested in engineering.

Between her studies and club leadership, Nikita was worried about her time not being used wisely to better her financial situation. However, as a recipient of the Gordon Family Scholarship, Nikitha expresses that these aids have eased her financial stress, allowing her to fully focus on college life without feeling guilty.

When navigating through moments of doubt during her college journey, particularly challenging coursework, Nikitha found solace in maintaining a balance and reconnecting with her passion for engineering through Girlstart, a program that teaches elementary girls fun STEM activities. It reminded her of why she chose an engineering major in the first place and her goal of being a role model for younger generations.

As Nikitha ends her undergraduate journey at SJSU, her story stands as a testament to passion, advocacy, and interdisciplinary engineering. From navigating doubts to discovering her true calling in biomedical engineering, her impact has been significant to our community, inspiring many young generations to come. Nikita’s journey serves as an inspiration to all who dare to chase their dreams with unwavering determination and purpose.

#sjsu #engineering #biomedicalengineering  | 11 comments on LinkedIn

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## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| SJSU College of Engineering | @sjsucollegeofengineering | https://gondola.cc/sjsucollegeofengineering | Client |
| Huy Nguyen-Hong | @huy.nguyen.hong | https://gondola.cc/huy.nguyen.hong | Creator |

## Tags

engineering, sjsu, biomedicalengineering

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