Lauren Gomes

She/Her
Class of 2024
Major: Bioengineering
Minor:  Global Engineering Leadership
Hometown: Silver Spring, MD
High School:  Elizabeth Seton High School

What inspired you to become a ClarkLEADER?
I was inspired to become a ClarkLEADER after learning that I'd be able to work with the incoming engineering freshman class -- this was an exciting opportunity for me to be able to "pay it forward" and pass on the many torches of wisdom I had acquired after my experience with the Clark School. As a freshman, I wished that I had someone to give me insider-information on how to search for classes, and which classes not to group for my specific major, so I wanted to provide that insight for new engineering students instead!

What is one piece of advice you would like to share with new Maryland Engineering students? 
Work at your own pace and set your own goals and deadlines -- this is your degree, and you should make the most out of it in your own, personalized way!

What are some organizations or extracurricular activities you are involved with on campus?  
BMES (Biomedical Engineering Society), SWE (Society of Women Engineers), WIE (Women in Engineering), Clark Ambassadors, QUEST Honors Program, Engineering Honors Program

What is a cool engineering experience you've had? 
A cool engineering experience that I've had in general would have to be the career fairs -- it's amazing to see all of the organizations that I dreamed of working with as a high schooler actually meet me face-to-face, and being able to foster connections with these companies has propelled me in ways I never imagined.