"Velocity equals displacement over time."
Harran Shi
- Degree:
- Bachelor of Applied Science
- Program:
- Campus: Vancouver
- Year: 3rd year
I am very thankful to be a team member of UBC Rocket where I learned many hands-on skills such as playing with fire, water and electricity as well as playing with machines such as the lathe, the mill and the water jet cutter. I also gained technical knowledge such as the physics behind building a rocket and the calculations done to achieve our design.
What has made your time at UBC Engineering memorable?
The best part of UBC Engineering was meeting some really good professors who are very patient with me and believed in me more than I believed in myself.
Tell us about your experience in your program. What have you learned that is most valuable?
The most valuable thing I learned was using the lathe, the water jet cutter and the milling machine. I took the PHAS machine shop course and it was life-changing. The teacher was really patient and wise, and I was able to use these skills in my design team.
We are committed to UBC’s vision of “a community in which human rights are respected, and equity and inclusion are embedded in all areas of academic, work and campus life.” What opportunities have you had to respectfully engage with leadership?
I have had various leadership opportunities with UBC Engineering such as Imagine Day Orientation Leader and events volunteer. I learned from my experiences that if you want to be a good leader, you must also be a good person. I believe my kindness, my charisma and my dedication will help me succeed as a leader.
