Kyle Christopher Fitzpatrick is a fourth-year Mechanical Engineering student at San Jose State University (SJSU), originally from Martinez, California. Raised by a single dad, he is the first in his family to pursue a college degree, which pushed him even harder to get straight A’s in all of his classes. Kyle's journey to academia wasn't conventional. He chose to serve in the Navy for four years, then fueled by a desire for change and a passion for engineering, he decided to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. His passion lies in renewable energy, and committing to environmental sustainability goals. Kyle envisions himself in the future making a tangible impact by designing and implementing innovative renewable energy resources. This aspiration led him to choose SJSU's College of Engineering, where he felt a sense of belonging during his campus tour. Thanks to his military service Kyle has received financial support from the GI bill, but it can only go so far in the...