Ever since I can remember I always wanted to come to Penn State, but was never sure if I had what it took to get in. The day I got the letter saying I was accepted into the program will be one of those days I will never forget.  I knew I always wanted to do construction and the Architectural Engineering program was one of the best in the country.  When I started taking the classes in AE and hearing the older kids talk about all they had done I knew it was going to be a journey with highs and lows, all culminating with the final Senior Thesis and Presentation.  I never really was excited to be in school for five years with seeing all my friends graduate and move on with their lives, but I now understand that you need all five years before you can be ready to complete this final step in my college career.  I feel extremely confident that I have the tools and skills need to excel in the construction industry.

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I want to thank all the people in my life that have gotten me to this point.  I want to thank all of my professors over the five years.  Thank you to Benchmark Construction for taking a chance on a small town kid for providing me with the opportunity to learn more about the industry and ultimately offering me a full time position.  Finally, I want to thank my family without them I would not be here!