David Castelo

Class of 2025
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Hometown: Gaithersburg, MD

What motivated you to become a ClarkLEADER?
Since entering the program in 2023, I have experienced a lot of amazing activities and clubs centered around the Clark School. As a transfer student, this experience was something different from community college. I want to become a ClarkLEADER to share my experience. 

What is one piece of advice you would like to share with new Maryland Engineering students?
To the new Maryland Engineering students, schedule your time to make friends inside your major. Networking is a massive component that makes engineers successful inside the school and open world. Take advantage of the support and help inside each class you take as the course load can be heavy. Build experience inside your major by applying for internships in the fair or working in labs with Ph.D. students.