Student Spotlight - Jessica Sharrer

Jessica Sharrer
Materials Engineering

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Favorite Part of Engineering: “In this major, I feel like I can really make a difference in the world.”


Best thing about Purdue: “There's always something going on or something to do. Never boring!”

Fun Purdue Memory: “During the fall, I went on a fountain run across campus (we have a lot of fountains).”

Why Lily Loves Purdue: “Purdue gives me so many opportunities to achieve my dreams; it can make them a reality”

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