Erica Murphy

Senior in Electrical Engineering

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What high school did you attend?

Merion Mercy Academy

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What activities (clubs) are you involved in outside of WEPO?

Engineering Ambassadors, WEP Facilitated Study Groups, THON, Nittanyville

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What Internship/Co-Op/Study Abroad or Research experience have you had?

Summer 2018: Boeing Internship
Spring 2018: ExxonMobil Co-Op
Summer 2017: GE Transportation Internship
Spring 2016: WISER Research in Bioseparations and Membrane Processes

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Why did you choose to come to Penn State?

I came to Penn State for the renowned engineering program, resources for women engineers, and extensive alumni network. Plus, I knew the spirited, football-charged atmosphere would be the perfect backdrop to my education.

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What is your best Penn State or engineering memory?

Ohio State White-Out victory in 2016. Since I had camped out in Nittanyville for the week, I got a second-row view of the thrilling game. After the game, I got a picture with the Nittany Lion on the field.

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What did you wish you knew as a first-year engineer?

You don't need to have it all figured out! Just keep your mind open, and stay alert to new interests and passions. Adjust your path accordingly. I was originally a ChemE but switched to EE after discovering my love for electricity and magnetism. Now, I'm confident I'm where I'm meant to be.

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What was your favorite class you took as a freshmen?

PHYS 212

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What is a fun fact about yourself?

I love to cook. My best dish is white chicken chili.